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Poisons Act 1972

Changes to the Poisons Act 1972 took effect on 26 May 2015. Retailers of products containing reportable poisons are no longer required to obtain a licence and register with their local authority.

Full guidance for retailers selling explosives precursors and poisons, including a list of all reportable and regulated substances are available on the supplying explosives precursors and poisons GOV UK page.

For any queries, please email precursorsandpoisons@homeoffice.gov.uk.