'Tighter gun restrictions make me feel hopeful'
Summary
The UK has tightened its gun licensing laws after Emma Ambler campaigned for change following the shooting deaths of her sister and nieces. New rules require applicants to have more references and allow police to check for signs of dishonesty and domestic abuse. These changes respond to concerns raised by past incidents involving firearms.Key Facts
- Emma Ambler started advocating for stricter gun laws after her sister and nieces were killed in 2020 by a shooter with a legally owned weapon.
- The new rules require two references instead of one for shotgun certificate applications.
- Applicants’ referees must have known them for at least two years and vouch for their character.
- Police must now check for signs of domestic abuse and other concerns when evaluating applicants.
- The rule changes come after a coroner raised issues following a separate 2021 shooting incident.
- Officials say these changes aim to ensure that only those meeting high safety and responsibility standards can own firearms.
- The changes address issues such as dishonesty on gun applications and non-disclosure of medical conditions.
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