The Police will then consider what action to take. Reporting is very important as intelligence gathering and evidence will need to be collated.
You can also report it to the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321.
Costs of various certificates are,
You must immediately notify the relevant police force of any change of address. There will be details of the exact person/department to notify within the papers received concerning the certificate.
Please note that all calls to police involving firearms are treated as if it is a genuine firearm so be aware that if you do wave an imitation firearm around you could find yourself surrounded by firearms officers pointing real weapons at you.
A firearm or shotgun certificate normally last for five years from the date it is issued or renewed.
There are two types of Explosive Certificates:
Acquire Only: allows a person to corporate body to obtain explosives which are used straight away and are not kept overnight.
Acquire and Keep: allows a person or corporate body to obtain explosives and keep them in an approved storage place.
These certificates last for a maximum of five years, in line with shotgun/firearm certificates.
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