Overview

This bill proposes to amend the Firearms Act 1968 in England, Wales, and Scotland by introducing a minimum age of 14 years for holding a shotgun certificate.

Description

The Firearms (Amendment) Bill aims to change the existing Firearms Act 1968. Specifically, it adds a new subsection (3) to Section 2, stating that the minimum age for possessing a shotgun certificate will be 14 years. The bill will come into effect two months after it receives royal assent and applies across England, Wales, and Scotland.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify any changes to government spending. The costs associated with implementing the new age limit (e.g., administrative changes, potential increased enforcement) are not detailed in the provided text.

Groups Affected

This bill will primarily affect individuals aged 14 and older who wish to obtain a shotgun certificate, enabling younger individuals to legally obtain licenses. It may also affect organisations involved in regulating firearms, such as police forces and licensing authorities. The bill's impact on the incidence of gun crime in this age range is unknown and would require further analysis.

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