Petition · past parliament
Legalise Possessing Knives with a Licence
Closed
38 signatures
What the petition asks
We believe legalising the possession of knives, with appropriate checks, could seriously reduce knife crime and deter those intending to use the for malicious intent.
By implementing strict background checks, thorough licensing procedures, and mandatory training programs, the UK can ensure that individuals possessing knives are law-abiding citizens educated in responsible usage.
Furthermore legalisation fosters a transparent environment, enabling law enforcement to focus resources on combating illegal activities. Public awareness campaigns following changes to the law could emphasise the legal, safe use of knives could help reshape attitudes and behaviours.
Furthermore legalisation fosters a transparent environment, enabling law enforcement to focus resources on combating illegal activities. Public awareness campaigns following changes to the law could emphasise the legal, safe use of knives could help reshape attitudes and behaviours.
Timeline
| 17 Oct 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 17 Apr 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
38
Status
Closed
Opened
17 Oct 2023
Closed
17 Apr 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.