Brisbane Times ·general ·2 hours ago

Allan government rejects former police chief’s call to cap gun ownership

Victoria's government rejected a recommendation to cap gun ownership at four weapons per licence holder, despite accepting 15 other firearms law reforms. Former police chief Ken Lay's rapid review, ordered after the Bondi terror attack, proposed the limit with exemptions for demonstrated need. The rejection may reflect political sensitivity in an election year, with regional electorates and shooting groups opposing.

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