Dan.lord Posted October 12, 2014 Report Share Posted October 12, 2014 It seams that is the case, i re-checked the notes it definately does not mention the need to have the referee sign the photo just the applicant. On page 9 of the application form it says this :- 9. I have seen the details given by ............... (insert full name of applicant) which are true to the best of my knowledge. I have known the applicant for ?? years and know of no reason why she/he should not be granted or have renewed a shotgun or firearm certificate as applicable. I have signed and dated the reverse of one of the photographs submitted with the application and declare that it is a current true likeness. I also understand it is an offence under section 28A(7) of the Firearms Act to knowingly or recklessly make a false declaration for the purpose of procuring for another the grant or renewal of a certificate. Signature of referee: Print name: Date: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denboy Posted October 13, 2014 Report Share Posted October 13, 2014 I wrote an email to the chief of Essex police and to my MP saying that the wait was unacceptable and if the police were a private company I'd go elsewhere! and some other bits and pieces but I didn't really want to post as I know whats now going to happen!!! Ok good stuff I'll let you know how I get on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay_Russell Posted October 13, 2014 Report Share Posted October 13, 2014 On page 9 of the application form it says this :- 9. I have seen the details given by ............... (insert full name of applicant) which are true to the best of my knowledge. I have known the applicant for ?? years and know of no reason why she/he should not be granted or have renewed a shotgun or firearm certificate as applicable. I have signed and dated the reverse of one of the photographs submitted with the application and declare that it is a current true likeness. I also understand it is an offence under section 28A(7) of the Firearms Act to knowingly or recklessly make a false declaration for the purpose of procuring for another the grant or renewal of a certificate. Signature of referee: Print name: Date: Not on my form. No 9 is :- how long Has the referee known to you. No where on any page does it say what you have quoted. Prehaps essex have a different form? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan.lord Posted October 13, 2014 Report Share Posted October 13, 2014 Not on my form. No 9 is :- how long Has the referee known to you. No where on any page does it say what you have quoted. Prehaps essex have a different form? Quite possible I copied & pasted above, so that's it word for word. As you say maybe each force differs. I don't recall signing my pic at all, just my referee. At the end of the day they never even contacted him, I think they just want to see you have friends etc, not a Billy no mates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay_Russell Posted October 13, 2014 Report Share Posted October 13, 2014 Just recieved a confirmation of my application. It states that there are now looking at 18 weeks for shotgun cert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsbo Posted October 13, 2014 Report Share Posted October 13, 2014 Have you contacted your shooting organisation? i haven't spoke to basf yet if thats who you mean? my cert has been issued!!! i have the FEO coming round tomorrow to deliver it as special conditions have been added to it stating that i can't keep a gun at my address because of my brother so i'm going to have a chat with him tomorrow then speak to basc if i feels its unfair. i have no knowledge of any reason that my brother is a criminal or has ever even been in trouble with the police and neither does he have any idea why this is but ill find out tomorrow! positive is at least its been issued!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denboy Posted October 23, 2014 Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 Did anyone ever get a reply of the chief constable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Essex Keeper Posted October 25, 2014 Report Share Posted October 25, 2014 My mate got his today sent for it in May fao visit July sc ticket today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denboy Posted October 27, 2014 Report Share Posted October 27, 2014 My mate got his today sent for it in May fao visit July sc ticket today Yeah that's about right getting your ticket 2 months after seeing the FEO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denboy Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 The email from PCC Dear Mr P Following your further email below we have contacted Assistant Chief Constable Mason, who is the lead Officer for Firearms licensing. We were advised that Essex Police have utilised flexible working practices and an overtime budget to try and reduce the processing time, but it is recognised that there has been a significant increase in the administrative requirements. Therefore, further to discussion of the firearms licensing process at the Chief Officers Meeting Group held this week, it was agreed that 5 additional staff should be recruited to the Firearms licensing department. We were assured that Essex Police are making every effort to process applications as quickly as possible, and that to date, all renewal applications have been completed before the expiry date of the existing licence. Furthermore, those applications where a firearm or shotgun is directly relevant to the person's occupation (e.g. vermin control at Southend Airport) are prioritised. There is no further information that we can provide in relation to this matter. Should you remain dissatisfied with the service you receive please dial Essex Police switchboard on 101 and ask for the Quality of Service Team. They are open between 9 and 5 every day except Sunday. Yours sincerely Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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