To all who use black powder, Many of you will be aware that a number of Firearms licensing Departments are struggling to keep up with demand for firearms renewals. Many make use of eight week extensions, and even longer periods for permits to possess, in order to relieve some of the pressure whilst they deal with the backlog. Whilst this … Read More
Requirement to notify transfer of ownership of deactivated firearms, has been revoked.
For information, The Firearms Regulations, 2019, in respect of the requirement to notify the authorities of the transfer of ownership of deactivated firearms, has been revoked. Therefore as of the 4th March, 2026, owners will no longer be required to notify the authorities of the transfer of ownership of a deactivated firearm.
Proposed Firearms amalgamation of section 1 and 2 licensing applications
Ladies and Gentlemen It is apparent that the proposed amalgamation of section 1 and 2 licensing applications is causing confusion and frustration, and some anger. As Firearms Portfolio holder for NAReS I have been working to ascertain the facts to understand the affect any changes may have on re-enactment. A petition promoted by the BASC attracted enough responses to trigger a … Read More