Written question asked by Peter Bradley (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 June 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 June 2004. It was answered by Caroline Flint (Labour) on Monday, 14 June 2004 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if he will make a statement on his plans to review firearms legislation. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Peter Bradley: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on his plans to review firearms legislation. [178173] Caroline Flint: Our consultation paper on firearms controls was published on 12 May. This is the first step in a comprehensive review of current legislation. Consultees have until the end of August to respond and we will consider all responses carefully before deciding what further action may be needed.

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