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Illegal firearms

The level of gun crime in the UK is one of the lowest in the world. Nevertheless the potential for harm from urban gangs, organised crime groups and would-be terrorists make eliminating the criminal use of firearms a priority threat for UK law enforcement.

Solving crime and protecting the public takes many roles, from investigating evidence and using technology to supporting vicitims. View our film to see what your day could involve.

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