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Premier Dismisses Gun Buyback Scheme Following Logan Shooting

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In the wake of a drive-by shooting in Logan that left four people injured, the Premier has reiterated his stance against a proposed gun buyback scheme. This incident has reignited discussions about gun control measures in the region, but the Premier remains firm in his belief that "good people should be able to have weapons," a sentiment he has expressed multiple times in recent statements.

The drive-by attack, which occurred recently, has raised concerns among community members about safety and the effectiveness of current gun regulations. Despite the public outcry following the shooting, the Premier's rejection of the buyback scheme highlights a significant divide in opinions on how to address gun violence and public safety.S1S2

As discussions continue, the Premier's position may face increasing scrutiny from both the public and advocacy groups who are calling for stricter gun control measures. The situation in Logan serves as a critical backdrop for the ongoing debate about the balance between individual rights and community safety.S1S2

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‘Good people should be able to have weapons’: Premier again dismisses buyback

The premier’s latest rejection of the gun buyback scheme comes after the drive-by attack in Logan where four people were shot.

Premier Dismisses Gun Buyback Scheme Following Logan Shooting

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The brief

In the wake of a drive-by shooting in Logan that left four people injured, the Premier has reiterated his stance against a proposed gun buyback scheme. This incident has reignited discussions about gun control measures in the region, but the Premier remains firm in his belief that "good people should be able to have weapons," a sentiment he has expressed multiple times in recent statements.

The drive-by attack, which occurred recently, has raised concerns among community members about safety and the effectiveness of current gun regulations. Despite the public outcry following the shooting, the Premier's rejection of the buyback scheme highlights a significant divide in opinions on how to address gun violence and public safety.S1S2

As discussions continue, the Premier's position may face increasing scrutiny from both the public and advocacy groups who are calling for stricter gun control measures. The situation in Logan serves as a critical backdrop for the ongoing debate about the balance between individual rights and community safety.S1S2

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