David Wallace Lockhart

Rupert Lowe faced strong condemnation after describing the Dunblane school shooting as “one murder” during a podcast discussion on UK handgun laws, prompting calls for an apology. Critics, including Conservative MSP Stephen Kerr and MSP Keith Brown, labelled the remarks insensitive, inaccurate and disrespectful to victims and their families. Lowe, leader of Restore Britain, linked his comments to the post‑Dunblane handgun ban, while political opponents highlighted the tragedy’s lasting impact and the Snowdrop Campaign’s role in securing gun control reforms. Restore Britain and Lowe were asked to respond.