Restricted ammunition rules are changing
Rules about restricted ammunition are being changed, but the title does not show what owners must do.
Arms (Restricted Ammunition) Order 2026
What's changing
- Certain ammunition listed in the order’s Schedule is declared to be restricted ammunition.
- The order does not identify the ammunition in the text provided; the Schedule contains those details.
Who's affected
People who make, sell, possess, or use ammunition listed in the Schedule may be affected.
When
The order comes into force on 23 September 2026.
What you might need to do
- Check the order’s Schedule to see whether your ammunition is listed.
Background
The order is made under section 375 of the Arms Act 2026. The Ministry of Justice provided documents about its review of the order’s consistency with responsible-regulation principles.