Open consultation

Licensing for knife sales

From:
Home Office
Published
16 December 2025

Summary

We are seeking views on our proposals to introduce a licensing system for sellers and importers of knives and bladed articles.

This consultation closes at

Consultation description

The information gathered from this consultation will help inform evidence-based policy advice and future decisions by the Home Secretary and ministers.

This consultation is open to the public and targeted to directly affected parties, including:

  • police
  • Crown Prosecution Service
  • community groups
  • businesses
  • organisations

Documents

Licensing for knife sales (accessible)

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Licensing for knife sales

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Licensing for knife sales (Welsh accessible)

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Licensing for knife sales (Welsh)

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Knife licensing consultation: options assessment (accessible)

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Knife licensing consultation: options assessment

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Ways to respond

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KnifeLicensingConsultation@homeoffice.gov.uk

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Published 16 December 2025

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