Source · Select Committees · Scottish Affairs Committee
Recommendation 7
7
Deferred
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A single, dedicated channel for reporting concerns about people who own, or are applying to...
Conclusion
A single, dedicated channel for reporting concerns about people who own, or are applying to own, firearms could make that process simpler and easier. However, a dedicated hotline may be too difficult to resource and we are very much aware of the challenges around advertising such a new hotline, such as resorcing that advertisement and endeavouring to embed any new channel in the public consciousness.
Government Response Summary
The government has noted the recommendation around creating a new reporting service and is seeking views on this in the accompanying consultation paper.
Paragraph Reference:
42
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
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.