Explanatory note

These Rules revoke and replace S.I. 2025/914 and include reference to section 26A and 53(1)(a) of the Firearms Act 1968 (c. 27) (“the 1968 Act”). These references were omitted in error.

Rule 3(2) increases the number of referees required in support of an application for the grant or renewal of a shot gun certificate from one to two.

Rule 3(4) replaces the existing application form for a grant or renewal of a firearm or shot gun certificate. The new form reflects the requirement for those applying for a grant or renewal of a shot gun certificate to be supported by two referees and seeks information on the applicant’s neuro-developmental conditions and time spent abroad.

Rule 3(5) replaces the existing application form for registration as a firearms dealer or for a new certificate of registration as a firearms dealer. The new form seeks information on the applicant’s neuro-developmental conditions and time spent abroad.

A full impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no, or no significant, impact on the private, voluntary or public sectors is foreseen.