Rejected petition Make pepper spray legal

Pepper spray is a non-lethal self-defense tool that can help prevent attacks, especially on women at night. We urge the government to legalize its regulated sale and possession for personal safety.

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Citizens deserve the right to defend themselves. Legalizing pepper spray gives a non-lethal, effective way to prevent attacks, especially against women, and reduces serious injuries.

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You may wish to sign this petition, which calls for a similar action: "Make it legal to carry regulated non-lethal self-defence products" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/743664

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Date submitted 29 September 2025
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