Rejected petition Legalise pepper spray for self defence purposes.

Legalise the sale and ownership of pepper spray for defence purposes.

Change law so that using pepper spray to defend yourself from attack is legally recognized.

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The Government and Police are failing in their duty to keep the citizens safe.

The citizens of the UK are left defenceless against growing attacks daily and should have tools to defend themselves and others.

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You may wish to sign this petition, which calls for the same action: "Legalise pepper spray in England" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/742673

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Date submitted 4 November 2025
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