Allow women to carry pepper spray with a licence for personal protection

Background

Women deserve the right to feel safe. We ask the government to allow a license for pepper spray for self-defence. Applicants would need background checks and safety training, with strict penalties for misuse. A regulated system would empower women to protect themselves while keeping the public safe.

Additional details

Every year in the UK, millions of women live in fear of harm in their own homes or on the streets. Around one in eight women experiences domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking in a single year. These figures highlight a serious and persistent threat to women’s safety. Introducing a regulated licensing system for self-defence sprays would provide a measured, lawful means for women to protect themselves while maintaining strict public safety standards.