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Guidance for businesses and individuals on what licence and supporting documentation you need to export firearms, ammunition and related equipment.
Form for listing all weapons and their serial numbers in the possession of a private maritime security company (PMSC).
Product Safety Report for Senye Army Combat Max Gun sold via Amazon presenting a high risk of injuries.
A military laser which could boost the UK Armed Forces with greater accuracy while reducing the reliance on high-cost ammunition has reached its next milestone.
The rollout of laser weapons systems far quicker than expected, following defence procurement reforms, with DragonFire to be on Royal Navy warships from 2027.
Export licensing requirements for storing firearms on a vessel-based armoury (VBA) in the high-risk area (HRA) of the Indian Ocean.
Explains the law behind carrying an article with a blade or point or an offensive weapon in a public place.
The Offensive Weapons Bill will introduce new powers to tackle knife crime, acid attacks and the risk that criminals could obtain powerful firearms.
Guidance and additional measures relating to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/2403.
Information on OPSS product safety alerts, reports and recalls for unsafe products and resources for consumers, businesses and regulators.
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