Submitted on Sunday 2nd November 2025
Rejected on Friday 5th December 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: no-action (see below for details)
Make stricter laws on knife crime.
Knife crime is a serious and growing problem that destroys lives and communities. Current laws are too weak to stop offenders or prevent violence. Stricter penalties for carrying or using knives are needed to deter crime and protect the public.
Police should have stronger powers to remove weapons from the streets, and knife sales—especially to minors—must be tightly controlled. Alongside tougher laws, education and community programs can prevent young people from turning to violence. Stronger action will save lives and make our streets safer for everyone.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
We are not clear exactly how you'd like the laws on knife crime to be stricter.
You may wish to sign the following petitions, which call for similar action:
Increase minimum sentences for knife crimes including possession and use
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/746123
30yr minimum sentence for all cases of murder & manslaughter involving a knife
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/731302
Introduce an automatic 2-year sentence for carrying a knife & fund prevention
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/733336
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