Independent end-to-end review of online knife sales
A report by Commander Steve Clayman into the online sale of knives, reviewing current practices in this market
Documents
Independent end-to-end review of online knife sales
PDF, 1.79 MB, 82 pages
Independent end-to-end review of online knife sales: Executive summary
PDF, 528 KB, 24 pages
Appendix A: Independent review terms of reference
PDF, 166 KB, 3 pages
Appendix B: Offensive Weapons Act 2019
PDF, 653 KB, 75 pages
Appendix C: Section 141 Criminal Justice Act 1988
PDF, 262 KB, 3 pages
Appendix D: Section 1 Knives Act 1997
PDF, 232 KB, 10 pages
Appendix E: Review of knives sold online
PDF, 120 KB, 2 pages
Appendix F: Contributors to the review
PDF, 130 KB, 3 pages
Appendix G: Recommendations
PDF, 179 KB, 6 pages
Details
Between 2020 and 2024 the number of violent and sexual offences involving a knife recorded by police forces in England and Wales has increased.
New and more stringent legislation has limited the availability of larger and more dangerous knives. However, advancements in technology, transport and globalisation has opened the door to new knife markets, instantly available to people through the internet.
In response to this growing threat, the Home Office commissioned an independent end-to-end review of online knife sales to look at the sale and delivery process crucial to individuals obtaining knives online.
This report aims to deliver a holistic view of the process of online sales within the UK and from abroad, taking views from key stakeholders across each area highlighting best practice and issuing recommendations on improvements.
From: Home Office