Just off the phone to one of my old lamping mates, last night. He'd been talking to some of the big-wigs from SACS (Scottish Association of Country Sports).
According to them, there's the distinct chance of a law being brought in to govern "night shooting".
In no patricular order the highlights are
1, Written permission and firearm certs must be carried at all times when out,
2, Only foxes can be shot,
3, Police must be notified the time you begin and when you finish,
4, Police must be told of the vehicle, reg number and persons "night shooting",
5, Guns, calibres and serial numbe