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UK knife law

UK knife law is stricter than many visitors expect, and it changed several times between 2024 and 2026. These pages explain it in plain English, with links to gov.uk and the legislation itself.

They are a guide, not legal advice. If you are unsure, ask your local police or a solicitor.

UK knife law, plainly explainedIn the UK you can own most knives, but carrying one in public without a good reason is an offence, unless it is a folding pocketknife with a cutting edge of 3 inches (7.62 cm) or less that doesn't lock.

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