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The Firearms (Amendment) Act 1988 (Commencement No. 2) Order 1989
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PART I
provisions of the 1988 act coming into force on 1st July 1989
| Provisions of the Act | Subject matter of provisions |
|---|---|
| Section 2 | Re-definition of exempted shot guns |
| Section 3 | Grant and renewal of shot gun certificates |
| Section 4 | Transfers of shot guns |
| Section 5 | Restriction on sale of ammunition for smooth-bore guns |
| Section 6 | Shortening of barrels |
| In section 7, subsections (2) and (3) | Conversion of weapon to which section 1 of the 1968 Act applies not to affect classification |
| Section 11 | Grant of co-terminous certificates |
| In section 13, subsection (1) | Firearms dealers |
| Section 15 | Rifle and pistol clubs |
| Section 19 | Firearms and ammunition in museums |
| In section 23, subsections (4), (5) and (6) | Minor and consequential amendments |
| In section 24, subsection (2) | Fees received by the Secretary of State |
PART IIprovisions of the 1988 act coming into force on 1st october 1989
| Provisions of the Act | Subject matter of provisions |
|---|---|
| Section 17 | Visitors' permits |
| Section 18 | Firearms acquired for export |
| Section 20 | Removal of arms and ammunition to Northern Ireland |
| In section 23, subsection (8) | Repeal of section 14 of the 1968 Act |
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