Mr. Ronald W. Brownasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if, in view of the increasing use of crossbows and their lethal capability, he will now give consideration to designating the crossbow as a weapon requiring a permit for possession; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MayhewWe are not at present persuaded that the benefits of a licensing system for crossbows would justify the additional work load that would be created for the police. We are continuing to keep the matter under review.