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Firearms licensing controls: sound moderators

21 February 2024

Proposing MP
Chris Philp Con
Croydon South
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The government is consulting on removing sound moderators from firearms licensing controls.

Action Requested

The Government is launching a six-week consultation to remove sound moderators from firearm licensing controls through a Legislative Reform Order. This move aims to reduce costs for shooters and decrease the administrative burden on police departments while maintaining robust public safety measures.

Key Facts

  • Sound moderators are currently defined as firearms under the Firearms Act 1968.
  • There are approximately 200,000 sound moderators covered by firearms certificates.
  • The consultation will run for six weeks and a response will be published in due course.
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