UK Gov Considering Banning Laser Pens

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Where were you when the (c)UK governnment decided to consider making it illegal to own/use a laser pointer without license?

>Government considers laser pen licence to stop ‘potentially catastrophic’ rogue use
Ministers may introduce licences for laser pens as part of a crackdown on irresponsible and malicious use.
Airline pilots and train drivers have expressed fears about the regulation of laser pointers, given the commonly-available devices can cause eye damage and in some cases render people temporarily blind.
No concrete proposals are on the table, but the Government has said it will consider a range of ideas to boost safety, such as licensing for retailers and shoppers, and restrictions on advertising.

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