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Additional conditions on firearm certificates
Firearm certificate conditions have proliferated over the years and have become a cause of friction between the police and certificate holders. Here you’ll find advice for licensing staff and certificate holders about the balanced application (if necessary) of additional firearm certificate conditions.

Legislation on zombie-style knives and machetes
From 24 September 2024, zombie-style knives and machetes will be added to the list of prohibited weapons under The Criminal Justice Act 1988 (Offensive Weapons) Order.

Scottish knife dealers licensing scheme
Information on the legislation around selling knives in Scotland, including when you need a licence to do so and sport/recreation exemptions.