Public Right to Carry Self-Defense Tools in the UK

Rejected 14 signatures

What the petition asks

In light of the rising incidence of knife crime across the UK, the safety of the public is increasingly at risk. While UK law permits the use of reasonable force in self-defense, it also prohibits carrying self-defense tools like pepper spray and tasers in public without lawful authority.

I urge the UK Government and Parliament to amend existing legislation to allow responsible citizens to carry non-lethal self-defense tools, such as pepper spray and tasers. This should be done with clear guidelines, proper training, and strict regulations to ensure public safety and prevent misuse.

By doing so, we can empower individuals to protect themselves effectively, reduce the likelihood of knife-related crimes, and ultimately create a safer environment for everyone.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Legalise pepper spray in England: Legalise pepper spray in England

Timeline

2 Nov 2025	Petition opened for signatures
2 Dec 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 14

Status Rejected

Rejected 2 Dec 2025

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