Firearms Amnesties

House of Lords written question – answered at on 2 February 2004.

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Photo of The Earl of Shrewsbury The Earl of Shrewsbury Conservative

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they will consider the introduction of a "rolling" amnesty for firearms and associated items and equipment.

Photo of Baroness Scotland of Asthal Baroness Scotland of Asthal Minister of State, Home Office, Minister of State (Home Office) (Criminal Justice and Offender Management)

We do not believe that a "rolling" firearms amnesty would be appropriate. We favour periodic amnesties, the timing and organisation of which are determined in consultation with the police service.

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