Explanatory note
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations, which come into force on 31 December 2012, enable enhanced criminal record certificates to be sought in order to assess an individual’s suitability to possess, acquire and/ or transfer prohibited weapons (within the meaning of section 5 of the Firearms Act 1968) and associated ammunition.
An impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no impact on the private, voluntary or public sector is foreseen.