Source · Select Committees · Scottish Affairs Committee
Recommendation 44
44
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We therefore recommend that the UK Government conduct a review investigating the merits of creating...
Recommendation
We therefore recommend that the UK Government conduct a review investigating the merits of creating a new service within the 101 service, which could direct callers towards call-handlers with firearms expertise (in the same way as the lifeboat and mountain rescue services are reached via the 999 emergency control centre). This would allow people close to a firearms licence applicant to raise concerns about their suitability to be granted or to renew firearms licences – for example, if there were concerns about the individual’s mental health.
Government Response Summary
The government is seeking views on creating a new reporting service, including whether a specific phoneline should be introduced, how this might be funded, or whether existing services offer a better way to achieve the purpose, via a consultation paper.
Government Response
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HM Government
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The UK Government has noted the Committee’s recommendation around creating a new reporting service where members of the public can register concerns about certificate holders. We are seeking views on this in the accompanying consultation paper, including whether a specific phoneline should be introduced, how this might be funded, or whether the existing services offer a better way to achieve the purpose.