Dan881 Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 Hi everyone I’ve recently started shooting I go on the weekends with my dad. But I want to get a gun of my own but I have mild anxiety it is controlled and the anxiety doesn’t affect me it doesn’t make me an unsafe person would my application still be refused thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 Welcome to Pigeon Watch. If it is controlled and documented by your GP send the application in. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUNKS Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 11 minutes ago, Dan881 said: Hi everyone I’ve recently started shooting I go on the weekends with my dad. But I want to get a gun of my own but I have mild anxiety it is controlled and the anxiety doesn’t affect me it doesn’t make me an unsafe person would my application still be refused thank you There is a police FEO appointed for your area they will talk to you on the phone. He/she is really the only person to answer your questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enfieldspares Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 All applications and renewals now require GP input. So at some point your doctor will have to complete a form as to if anything in your medical history gives he or she concern regarding you possessing firearms. Therefore I would use a visit by either yourself or your Dad (you would need to go along) to advise your GP that you they will be asked at some point as to your medical history and see what they say. I am assuming your Dad must himself had to already had a medical history pro-forma done by your family GP? So he or she will know your are a family that enjoys shooting sports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fil Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 I know someone who is on meds for ADHD. He was granted a certificate because it's all documented and the GP was happy about him. So the police were okay with it. He's a good lad. Wouldn't hurt a fly. So go fo it. As others have said it's documented that you are okay with it then shouldn't be an issue. But no one can answer but your FEO really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rim Fire Posted January 29 Report Share Posted January 29 As been said only your local FAO can tell you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red carp Posted Thursday at 20:26 Report Share Posted Thursday at 20:26 (edited) You have nothing to lose apply for your license BUT just be 100% honest on your application 👍 Edited Thursday at 20:27 by Red carp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HantsRob Posted Friday at 10:00 Report Share Posted Friday at 10:00 On 25/01/2025 at 19:37, Dan881 said: Hi everyone I’ve recently started shooting I go on the weekends with my dad. But I want to get a gun of my own but I have mild anxiety it is controlled and the anxiety doesn’t affect me it doesn’t make me an unsafe person would my application still be refused thank you The process really is a glorified risk assessment. This is done by the GP (as if they say unsuitable then you don't waste more time and money), and then by the Police to look at records, history, and overall risk for you and associates. If your GP is happy, and you don't have dodgy associates or people living with you or a checkered past, then there should be no issue. However, if there are risk factors, these will be reviewed and investigated, and this is what takes time. Apply, be honest, and good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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