HC Deb 31 July 1981 vol 9 c650W
Dr. Glyn

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, in view of the ease with which air guns and air rifles can be purchased, either direct or by mail order, he will take steps to reduce their availability, if necessary, by a system of licensing.

Mr. Mayhew

No. My right hon. Friend is not persuaded that further restrictions on the possession of air weapons would have a significant effect on the level of serious crime, or that the extra work that would result for the police would be justified.