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These initiatives were driven by Earl of Shrewsbury, and are more likely to reflect personal policy preferences.
Earl of Shrewsbury has not introduced any legislation before Parliament
Earl of Shrewsbury has not co-sponsored any Bills in the current parliamentary sitting
The issuing of firearms certificates and the efficiency of police forces is a matter for individual Chief Officers of Police and they are held to account by Police and Crime Commissioners. However, the performance of forces is being actively monitored by the National Police Chiefs' Council's lead for firearms licensing, Deputy Chief Constable David Gardner, who is developing a new performance framework for firearms licensing teams, which it is planned to be published to provide greater transparency on application turnaround times. This will include a performance target for forces to complete applications for the grant or renewal of firearm and shotgun certificates within four months, unless there are concerns about the suitability of the applicant.