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The government has introduced a new ban on zombie-style knives and machetes that have no practical use and will give police more powers to seize knives.
Zombie-style knives and machetes will be outlawed under legislation laid today. A surrender and compensation scheme will launch in the summer.
Consultation on new knife legislation proposals to tackle the use of machetes and other bladed articles in crime.
Police leaders must make sure their officers are confident to use stop and search powers wherever necessary, to seize dangerous weapons and prevent knife crime.
Product recall for children’s toy doctor set presenting a serious risk of choking.
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