The announcement by UK Sport that British Shooting will receive £1,225,350 for the 2009-13 Olympic cycle is both disappointing and disproportionate compared to others sports.  It is undoubtedly a hurdle that Shooting will have to overcome.  It is a fifth of the budget we have received for the Beijing Olympic cycle, so we will have to reduce the intensity and scope of our training and competitive programme in the run up to London 2012.  This streamlining of costs will unavoidably impact the athletes, coaches and support staff.

Nevertheless the sport will look to the future with a new determination and British Shooting will continue to nurture the considerable talent available. We are already investigating other funding streams in order to effectively support athletes and win medals at London 2012 and beyond.