Plymouth’s calls for reforming shotgun legislation gain traction after a commitment from Policing Minister Diana Johnson to hold a broad public consultation. This initiative follows the tragic Keyham shooting in August 2021, which claimed five lives and prompted senior coroner Ian Arrow to advocate for aligning shotgun controls with stricter firearm regulations.
MP Luke Pollard welcomes this renewed focus on gun law reform, emphasizing that past recommendations must be acted upon to prevent further tragedies. The public consultation, slated for later this year, aims to explore existing differences in firearm controls, while newly announced police powers will enhance safety measures, including mandatory training for licensing officers and a shift in application costs to gun owners.
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