SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2025
Message from Secretary General
Dear Members and supporters,
Welcome to the FACE report, where you will find the latest news and developments on how Europe’s hunters continue to lead in Brussels.
We delayed sending this September report to bring you important news about a landmark academic study showing that hunting and sports shooting contribute €180 billion annually to Europe’s economy, supporting over one million jobs across 30 countries. This study, presented in the European Parliament, underlines the economic and social importance of our sector and provides strong evidence for future advocacy. The study launch coincided with the FACE General Assembly, which brought together the leaders of Europe’s national hunting associations. This provided a great opportunity to discuss key policy priorities — from large carnivores and ammunition to huntable birds and enhancing farmland biodiversity.
In the coming months, FACE will co-organise major events in the European Parliament, including discussions on reforming the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and on the EU’s restriction of lead in ammunition. These events enhance FACE’s reputation as a constructive, evidence-based voice for sustainable hunting and conservation in Brussels.
Finally, it’s encouraging to report that FACE continues to attract strong engagement from our members and partners. This month, we are very pleased to welcome Yukon Group, with the well-known brand Pulsar, as a new FACE Patron. This broadens our network of companies supporting a strong future for hunting and conservation across Europe.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. Together, we ensure that Europe’s 7 million hunters are effectively represented in Brussels, where 80% of the national rules affecting hunting and conservation originate.
Warm regards,
Dr. David Scallan
FACE Secretary General
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