McDowell plans new firearms controls

Justice Minister Michael McDowell has revealed he was hoping to tighten controls on firearms and introduce stiffer penalties for the illegal possession of guns.

McDowell plans new firearms controls
Mon, 05 Apr, 2004 - 14:46

Justice Minister Michael McDowell has revealed he was hoping to tighten controls on firearms and introduce stiffer penalties for the illegal possession of guns.

Minister McDowell revealed he was considering introducing an amnesty for people who hand in illegal firearms.

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