Rejected petition: Review self-defence laws to allow regulated non-lethal deterrents
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Conduct a formal review of UK self-defence legislation to assess whether regulated, licensed non-lethal personal deterrents should be permitted for individuals at higher risk of gender-based violence, including women and trans people.
Women and gender-diverse people face disproportionate levels of harassment, assault and violence. Current UK law prohibits most effective non-lethal deterrents, leaving many feeling unprotected. A formal review could explore carefully regulated, licensed options while maintaining public safety. Safety policy should reflect lived risk and modern realities.
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