The Police Service of Northern Ireland has today, Tuesday 1 December announced that the cost for the grant of a firearm certificate is set to increase. The fee for a five year certificate has remained at £50 since 2004 however, from 22 February 2016 this will rise to £98. It is important for the Police Service to keep the public and stakeholders informed of any changes in licensing fees. There are also changes to all the other existing fees.