HC Deb 01 December 1983 vol 49 c562W
30. Mr. Gareth Wardell

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what action he takes to ensure that all shotguns are kept in fully secure premises.

Mr. Hurd

Shotgun certificate holders are encouraged by the police to keep their weapons safely. In addition, in 1981 the British Shooting Sports Council, with the co-operation of the Home Office, drew up a voluntary code of practice for the safe custody of privately held firearms, including shotguns.