Apply UK Knife and Sword Laws Equally to All by Removing Religious Exemptions

8
signatures
rejected

Background

Remove all religious exemptions that allow the public carrying of daggers, knives or swords. We believe UK laws on carrying bladed weapons should apply equally to everyone, regardless of religious belief or affiliation.

Additional details

We, the undersigned, believe UK laws on carrying knives, daggers and swords should apply equally to all, regardless of religious belief or affiliation. We call on the Government to remove any religious exemptions permitting the carrying of bladed weapons in public places. We believe public safety laws should be applied consistently.

Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 772006.