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Firearms rise proves need for better licensing says government Print E-mail
Tuesday, 27 May 2008

Rising numbers of firearms being held under certificate in Scotland demonstrates the need for a more robust licensing system according to Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill.

Figures released by the Chief Statistician today show there were an increase in the number of firearms held on certificate to 66,893 and a six per cent increase in the number of registered firearms dealers to 301.

MacAskill has long argued that power to legislate over firearms should be devolved to Scotland, a position rejected by the Westminster government.

MacAskill said:

“At our Firearms Summit earlier this month it was agreed the current system of firearms licensing and the wider legislation around firearms is simply not fit for purpose. From police and gun control campaigners to shooting representatives the view was clear - we need to change the current mishmash of legislation that's been amended and extended over the last forty years.

“I will keep calling on the UK Government to either take action, or devolve the powers so that we can. It is absolutely essential that we have a licensing system that the police can effectively enforce. It also needs to be clear what is expected of legitimate users of firearms so that they can comply with it. The fact that we've got more registered dealers and more firearms on certificate only serves to emphasise the fact that we need a clear, easily understandable and enforceable system to protect Scotland's communities.”

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