In response to the November 2023 changes in Secondary Legislation the partners of Wild Deer Best Practice have written and published new guidance on the use of thermal imaging, night vision and digital sights and their use (under authorisation) as well as updating existing best practice guidance relating to minimum bullet weights.

NatureScot has also published an updated Statutory Guide, The Night Shooting Code of Practice.

To view the new guidance please follow these links:

New Guidance – Use of Night Vision and Thermal Imaging

Updated Guidance – Rifles & Ammunition (1)

Updated Statutory Guidance – Night Shooting Code of Practice