A law unto themselves
I have on several occasions criticised police forces that make their own interpretation of the law. You will understand that I was not best pleased when I discovered my own force, Thames Valley Police (TVP), was among them.
The law in respect of applying for the grant or renewal of a certificate is laid down in Section 26 of the Firearms Act 1968 and the associated firearms rules. You are required to submit a properly completed form and a photograph together with the money. Forces may include forms asking for additional information but the
