How easy is getting a gun license in the UK?

[WatchmeBurn]

I have no idea how you get a gun license in the UK. I live in a suburban area. I am known to mental health services but not to the police. Could I just lie on the form about my mental health? Could I just say I want to do hunting or clay pigeon shooting or whatever? I don't know how the whole process works when it comes to mental health in particular. Thanks in advance.

 

[lebrodude]

The easiest way to acquire a firearm in the UK is via a shotgun licence.

Unfortunately as part of the vetting process you will require a doctors signature.

As you are known to the mental health services, I think this will make things difficult for you.

 

[WatchmeBurn]

The easiest way to acquire a firearm in the UK is via a shotgun licence.

Unfortunately as part of the vetting process you will require a doctors signature.

As you are known to the mental health services, I think this will make things difficult for you.

Could I register at a different GP perhaps? I know sometimes your records don't transfer very effectively.

Or I could just say that I'm all better?

 

[lebrodude]

Could I register at a different GP perhaps? I know sometimes your records don't transfer very effectively.

Or I could just say that I'm all better?

You could try.
The worst that could happen is that they refuse.

You would also require a reason for having one.

Perhaps you live in a rural area with a pest problem or you are a member of a clay shooting club. You'd also need evidence of this I expect.

 

[Setmefree76]

Even if you "pass" the vetting - you'll be in for a very long wait. Might even run to years I'm afraid

I've had a little look at that myself

You can always get illegal firearms- if you know who to ask of course