Photo: Getty Images / FileDebate continues at Parliament today on a second phase of firearm reforms which sets up a national register and a tougher licensing regime. The Arms Legislation Bill is before the committee of the whole House, where all MPs can debate and introduce changes before its third reading. The second tranche of law reform has divided Parliament time had been running out to get it through the House before the election. "This legislation will keep guns out of the hands of gangs and will significantly increase penalties for gun crime," he said. Hudson criticised the conditions required for farmers to be allowed to use prohibited firearms for pest control.

Source: Otago Daily Times June 16, 2020 22:18 UTC