Firearms Consultative Committee (Hansard, 17 May 1999)

HL Deb 17 May 1999 vol 601 c7WA 7WA

§ Lord Mancroft
asked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they are planning to extend the role of the Firearms Consultative Committee beyond 31 January 2000; and, if not, why not. [HL2391]

§ Lord Williams of Mostyn
No decision has yet been taken as to whether an order should be made under Section 22 of the Firearms (Amendment) Act 1968 to further extend the existence of the Firearms Consultative Committee (FCC). Following a review of its role and composition last year, the FCC is currently engaged in a heavy programme of work to which the Government will wish to have full regard in deciding the future of the committee.