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.
- 05 DEC 2025Petition rejectedno-action
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 https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/746123 30yr minimum sentence for all cases of murder & manslaughter involving a knife https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/731302 Introduce an automatic 2-year sentence for carrying a knife & fund prevention https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/733336
- 02 NOV 2025Petition created