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Surrender of Offensive Weapons

11 June 2020

Proposing MP
North West Hampshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses regulations for the surrender of offensive weapons as required by the Offensive Weapons Act 2019.

Action Requested

Draft regulations, The Surrender of Offensive Weapons (Compensation) Regulations 2020, have been laid before Parliament. Full details on the surrender and compensation arrangements will be finalised and publicised before they commence to ensure owners are well informed and given sufficient opportunity to surrender items and claim compensation.

Key Facts

  • Draft regulations – The Surrender of Offensive Weapons (Compensation) Regulations 2020 – were laid before Parliament on 9 June.
  • The regulations apply to specified rapid-firing rifles and certain other offensive weapons such as zombie knives.
  • The regulations are subject to the affirmative resolution procedure in both Houses.
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