Firearms Amnesty February 2026
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A firearms amnesty (Operation Pivot) will be taking place across the UK between February 2 and February 27, 2026.
During the amnesty members of the public are encouraged to take certain models of BRUNI top/side venting blank firing (TVBFs) imitation firearms into police stations and hand them over at the front counter.
The five models are:
- 8mm PAK Bruni BBM Model 92 blank firing self-loading pistol
- 8mm PAK Bruni BBM New Police blank firing self-loading pistol
- 8mm PAK Bruni BBM Model 96 blank firing self-loading pistol
- 8mm PAK Bruni BBM Model ‘GAP’ blank firing self-loading pistol
- .380R (9mmK) PAK Bruni BBM ME Ranger single-action blank firing revolver
The guns are prohibited under the Firearms Act 1968 as they can be readily converted into dangerous weapons. After the amnesty period, anybody found in possession of these blank firers could face up to 10 years in prison.
How can I transport my TVBF safely?
When transporting your TVBF to a police enquiry office/police station:
- Carry it in a bag or box out of public sight (ideally the box it originally came in)
- Make a specific journey solely for the purpose of handing it in, so you are not carrying the item in public longer than necessary
- Upon arrival, please make clear to the enquiry officer you are there to hand in a firearm before presenting it to them. They will be aware of the correct procedure for accepting the gun.
Where can I hand in a TVBF firearm during the Amnesty?
- Bearlands police station, Gloucester
- Hesters Way police station, Cheltenham
- Cirencester police station, Cirencester
- Stroud police station, Stroud
- Coleford police station, Forest of Dean
Will there be compensation provided by the government to TVBF owners?
The Home Office has confirmed that no compensation will be paid by the Government in respect of blank firers that are handed over in the amnesty (or prior to the amnesty) on the basis that they are illegal and contrary to current legislation. It is the responsibility of the gun owner to ensure that they are complying with statutory requirements.
Can I hand in other firearms during this amnesty?
Yes, but the amnesty only applies to top-venting blank firers in their original form. If you have unwanted firearms or ammunition, you can still hand them into your local police station as per normal surrender procedures.