Petition · Home Office
Any crime involving a knife to get a minimum 10 year custodial sentence
Closed
159 signatures
What the petition asks
Young people, in particular, are often both victims and perpetrators of knife crime. We think this highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions. We think the emotional and societal costs of knife crime are profound, affecting families, communities, and the fabric of our society.
Knife crime has seen a troubling rise in recent years, with statistics revealing an alarming increase in incidents. Let’s make a difference and try as a nation to make this change. We think the Government should set out in legislation that any crime involving a knife has a minimum sentence of 10 years.
Timeline
| 24 Feb 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 24 Aug 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
159
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
24 Feb 2025
Closed
24 Aug 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 10 Aug 2026.