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NSCS 8: Physical Security and Stockpile Management

The Physical Security and Stockpile Management (PSSM) of SALW is a vital step toward reducing the risk of unplanned detonation and diversion of SALW. Arquebus talks to Clinton Brunt, Technical Field Manager from the Mines Advisory Group (MAG) in Lebanon, to discuss the role of PSSM in a National SALW Control Strategy.

Arquebus Chairman Paul James Speaks to Walkers and Talkers

Arquebus’ Executive Chairman and former head of the National Ballistic Intelligence Service (NABIS), Paul James, recently delivered a talk to the fantastic audience at Walkers and Talkers, a Bristol-based charity alleviating social isolation in the local community.

NSCS 7: Legal Test-fire Programmes

The diversion of small arms, light weapons and their ancillaries (SALW) into illicit circulation fuels SALW misuse, with the prevention of diversion being a critical objective of many national SALW control strategies (NSCS). Depending on a state’s requirements, authorities might consider the implementation of a Legal Test-fire Programme (LTFP)...

NSCS 6: Marking SALW and their Ancillaries

The proper marking of small arms, light weapons (SALW) and their ancillaries is vital to detect and disrupt the diversion of SALW into illicit circulation. Arquebus talks to Henry Leach, Head of Operations for Conflict Armament Research (CAR) in Somalia, to discuss CAR’s SALW work in Somalia and the key role marking plays in a NSCS.

NSCS 5: National Firearms Focal Points

The misuse of SALW represents a significant threat to public safety, requiring the state to effectively leverage its resources to level the playing field against criminals operating in an ever-evolving security environment.For this month's article, Arquebus talks to Lorenzo Benedet, Major in the Spanish Guardia Civil and head of the Spanish NFFP to discuss the role that NFFPs play in combatting SALW criminality as part of a national SALW control strategy (NSCS)...

NSCS 4: Ballistics Forensics

Using ballistics forensics, investigators can obtain a wealth of information on the criminal misuse of small arms, light weapons, and their ancillaries (SALW). Arquebus is delighted to discuss the importance of ballistics forensics and the role it can play in a national SALW control strategy with our very own experts on ballistics, Glenn Lawrence and Dr Joanne Short...

NSCS 3: State SALW Lifecycle Management

The diversion of small arms, light weapons, and their ancillaries (SALW) from state stockpiles is a core contributary to illicit arms proliferation across the globe. The lifecycle management of state-owned SALW helps deter, deny, and detect such diversion, and represents an essential building block of a national SALW control strategy...

NSCS 2: LICENSING & REGISTRATION

Of the 1 billion firearms and their ancillaries in circulation today, the vast majority, 85%, are estimated to be in the hands of private individuals according to Amnesty International’s research...

NATIONAL SALW CONTROL STRATEGIES: A SERIES

Ensuring human security hinges on the proper control of small arms and light weapons (SALW). Join our blog series for a comprehensive look at key references, resources, and practical insights.

3D-printed Firearms & Myanmar: Implications for Conflict and Security

MSc Development and Security students from the University of Bristol's School of Politics and International Studies guest article on a the conflict and security implications of 3D-printed firearms.

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