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Blunt Knives campaign and knife crime awareness

EDM (Early Day Motion) 1255: tabled on 13 May 2025

Tabled in the 2024-26 session.

This motion has been signed by 4 Members. It has not yet had any amendments submitted.

Motion text

That this House calls on the Government to support the introduction of blunt-tipped knives, particularly in kitchens, to reduce the risk of knife-related injuries and deaths, particularly in the context of knife crime; and believes that, by making knives less dangerous, even in a domestic setting, the potential for severe injuries from knife attacks can be reduced, potentially deterring some individuals from using them in violent situations.

The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.

These members had previously signed the motion, but have now withdrawn their support. The date shown is when the Member withdrew their signature from the motion.