§ Judy MallaberTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what plans he has to restrict the availability of imitation firearms. [13261]
§ Mr. DenhamThere are already serious penalties for threatening someone with an imitation firearm, or for using one to resist arrest or with criminal intent. In view of the considerable legal and practical issues involved the Government are not persuaded that fresh legislative measures are warranted. We will, however, continue to look at what further measures might usefully be taken to tackle misuse.