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Guidance for the public and businesses on using, storing and selling explosives precursors and poisons, as well as how to apply for a licence.
General guidance on using, storing and selling explosives precursors and poisons.
Stronger restrictions on poisons and explosive substances came into effect on 1 October 2023.
You need a licence to manufacture or store explosives
Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for explosives for civil uses.
Guidance on the European Union regulation on explosives precursors, including licensing, labelling and reporting suspicious activity
Guidance for carrying military explosives, stating when a Government Authorised Explosives Representative is required, supplements the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.
Controls under the Firearms (Northern Ireland) Order 2004, prohibited weapons, applications for removal of prohibition and making an appeal.
You must have a licence for explosives in harbours in Northern Ireland
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