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Government response to consultation on Prohibiting Ninja swords: legal description and defences
27 March 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the Government's response to a public consultation on prohibiting Ninja swords under the Criminal Justice Act.
Action Requested
The Government plans to introduce legislation amending the Offensive Weapons Order to prohibit Ninja swords, and will implement a Surrender Scheme for compensation of surrendered swords. A copy of the response will be placed in both Libraries of Houses and published online.
Key Facts
- The consultation ran from 13 November to 11 December 2024.
- The Government received 312 completed responses.
- Legislation will amend the Criminal Justice Act 1988 (Offensive Weapons) Order 1988.
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