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Offensive Weapons Act Implementation

The Home Office is implementing the Offensive Weapons Act 2019, which regulates the sale and possession of offensive weapons including knives, with provisions for licensing, age restrictions, and online sales controls. The implementation includes knife surrender and compensation schemes, trading standards enforcement grants, and consultation on licensing options for knife retailers. The programme is currently active with ongoing scheme administration and regulatory enforcement.

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