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UK Parliament · Bill
Firearms Act 2023
Summary
The Firearms Act 2023 is a law that introduces new or stricter rules about who can own guns, what types of guns are allowed, and how they must be stored and used in the UK. It aims to balance public safety with the legitimate uses of firearms.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means you believe stronger firearms regulations help protect public safety by making it harder for dangerous people to access guns. Supporters argue it reduces gun violence and mass shootings, making communities safer.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry the Act is too strict and limits the rights of responsible gun owners, hunters, and sports shooters who follow the law. They also argue it won't stop criminals from getting illegal weapons and only punishes honest people.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote1 votes
0% Support · 0100% Oppose · 1
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading20 Jun 2022
- 2nd reading3 Mar 2023
- Committee stage15 Mar 2023
- 3rd reading24 Mar 2023
Lords
- 1st reading27 Mar 2023
- 2nd reading14 Jul 2023
- 3rd reading18 Sept 2023
Royal Assent18 Sept 2023
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