I can assure you that I am not opposed to the possession of firearms generally and I certainly recognise that the overwhelming majority of firearms are used responsibly. Controls must be proportionate and administered fairly. Indeed, I am glad that the Government has a track-record of avoiding knee-jerk reactions when it comes to gun control. Here in the Daventry area, country pursuits are something I think is important to defend as a part of our community life.
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