Petition Ban All Knives including ceremonial knives in Schools
Introduce a clear policy banning knives of any kind in schools, including religious or ceremonial blades. Schools should remain completely weapon-free environments so pupils and staff can learn and work safely.
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We think allowing any type of blade on school grounds can create unnecessary risk, even if ceremonial. Knife crime remains a serious issue in England and Wales, with tens of thousands of offences involving knives recorded each year. There has also been an incident in which a student in Australia was stabbed during an altercation involving a ceremonial knife. We think a single clear rule banning knives in schools would protect pupils and remove confusion over exceptions.
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