Philippa Yasbek
Philippa Yasbek is a co-founder and researcher for Gun Control NZ, advocating for stricter gun control measures in New Zealand. She has expressed concerns over the current filtering of firearms licence holders, arguing that individuals with serious past convictions should face automatic disqualification. Yasbek is pushing for reforms, including a reduction in the firearms licence renewal period from ten to five years, to better account for life changes that could increase risks associated with firearm ownership.
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Recent news mentions
Philippa Yasbek, co-founder of Gun Control NZ, criticized the appointment process for the Maag.
Firearms advisory group: Why Nicole McKee recused herself again over possible conflict of interest
New Zealand· 2026-07-15
Yasbek said the comparison was 'probably one of the most ridiculous things ever presented to Cabinet'.
‘Ridiculous’ Cabinet paper: Why Firearms Minister Nicole McKee compared guns to ovens and toastersNew Zealand· 2025-05-13
Philippa Yasbek was concerned some licence holders were not appropriately filtered out.
Gun safety concerns in Northland as licence checks scrutinisedNew Zealand· 2025-04-08
