Among the myriad of proposals by gun-control advocates, gun “buybacks” arguably rank as one of the least effective. The notion that a criminal or terrorist would willingly hand over a weapon through such initiatives is far-fetched, unless they’re trying to eliminate incriminating evidence.

In light of the recent terrorist incident at Bondi Beach, the Australian government is considering implementing a similar approach. Here’s what’s unfolding:

Currently, the buyback program is designed to be voluntary. At least that’s the case for now, as the Prime Minister has not indicated any mandatory measures. It’s important to note that Australia lacks a constitutional provision equivalent to the Second Amendment in the United States.

Given the circumstances following this attack, it would be unexpected if this initiative leads to the collection and destruction of a significant number of firearms.

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The buyback, for the moment, appears to be voluntary. For now, anyway; at least, the PM hasn’t come right out and stated otherwise. But, we must remember, there is no Second Amendment in Australia.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national buy-back scheme for firearms to “get more guns off our streets” following the Bondi Beach massacre.

Speaking at a press conference in Canberra on Friday, Albanese said the scheme would buy surplus, newly banned, and illegal firearms. The government would introduce legislation to help with the funding of the scheme and meet the cost with states and territories, he said.

“We expect hundreds of thousands of firearms will be collected and destroyed through this scheme,” the prime minister added.

Honestly, after this attack, it would be surprising if dozens of firearms were collected and destroyed through this scheme.