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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
James Walker

Justice Secretary to consider knife amnesties in Scotland after teenage stabbings

SCOTLAND’S Justice Secretary has said he would “consider” knife amnesties in the wake of two recent trials which resulted in teenagers found guilty of killing their victims using knives.

Knife amnesties allow individuals to safely and anonymously dispose of bladed weapons or offensive items without fear of prosecution for possession.

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