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Guns in cars

Q I ’m planning to replace my  battered and very old 4x4 and  purchase something more up to date. During the shooting year I frequently carry two or three shotguns and a load of ammunition around with me. It’s been a while since I bought a new vehicle, so could you remind me what I need to look out for when it comes to transporting my guns safely and securely?

A There is guidance in the Firearms Security Handbook, and the latest version is accessible online – but that is only guidance and is of limited help when you’re choosing which car or truck to buy.

The guidance recommends that firearms are transported in a vehicle which has an alarm or immobiliser fitted. Other than that, the overriding consideration is that guns should be out of sight. Storage in a locked boot or ‘secured’ load carrying area is preferred. Any parcel shelf or cover should be in place.

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Richard Atkins

Clay Shooting’s resident technical expert, Richard has decades of experience reviewing guns, cartridges and accessories. He’s well equipped to solve problems on everything from shot sizes to stock dimensions.

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Stuart Farr

A lawyer specialising in the shooting sports, Stuart has extensive experience in all things legal – from solving civil disputes relating to firearms ownership, to helping a governing body draft its code of ethics.

Becky McKenzie

One of our top lady Sporting shots and a former English Open Compak Ladies Champion, Becky is a clay shooting coach. She writes about guns, kit and technique for Sporting clays.