Firearms and Explosives Licensing Independent Advisory Group

The Firearms and Explosives Licensing Independent Advisory Group (FELIAG) provides a collaborative and transparent forum for communication between South Wales Police and the shooting community.  Supported by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC), which acts as the independent body facilitating and overseeing the Group, the FELIAG helps ensure open, balanced, and constructive engagement between all parties.

Its purpose is to share updates on legislative and policy developments that may affect shooting sports and related activities, while also providing a structured platform for members of the shooting community to raise concerns, share views, and discuss emerging issues.

The Group brings together a wealth of knowledge and expertise across all major shooting disciplines, creating a valuable source of guidance and understanding for all stakeholders. It also enables South Wales Police to engage with and consult key shooting organisations on local and national developments, operational issues and best practice, helping to inform and shape local policies and procedures.

Importantly, the IAG is a consultative forum designed to improve communication, understanding, and partnership working. While it can consider and discuss the impact of legislation and policy changes on the shooting community, it is not a mechanism for changing or influencing national firearms legislation within the UK.