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United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 10 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, with reference to page 69 of the Defence Industrial Strategy: Making Defence an Engine for Growth, published on 8 September 2025, CP 1388, on what areas of technology with potential def
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 10 November 2025
To ask His Majesty's Government whether deterrence remains a core element of the United Kingdom’s defence policy.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 10 November 2025
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made about whether there is a causal link between chemical exposure and cancer incidence in Explosive Ordnance Disposal personnel.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 10 November 2025
To ask His Majesty's Government whether the Independent Medical Expert Group has been tasked to study a potential causal link between chemical exposure and cancer incidence in Explosive Ordnance Disposal personnel; and, if so, what is the timetable for it
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 10 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking with (a) NHS England and (b) integrated care boards to ensure that NHS dental provision is effectively delivered under the Armed Forces Covenant Duty; and whethe
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 November 2025
Allow women to apply for a licence to carry and use pava/pepper spray to defend themselves from the ever increasing violence being used against them by men. Women are under attack in Britain. We are seeing dramatic increases in violence against women and young female children. This has always been an issue but has recently been significant exacerbated by the importation of men from often dangerous and misogynistic parts of the world who have committed violence against women and children in UK. Women should have the right to defend themselves. Please give them that ability, subject to responsible use and only in an emergency.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 7 November 2025
Reclassify certain non-lethal personal defence sprays so they can be legally owned and carried for self-defence, with restrictions similar to other controlled items. Many people in the UK feel unsafe walking or travelling alone, yet it’s illegal to carry any form of non-lethal self-defence. Law-abiding citizens deserve safe, legal options to protect themselves. The government should review laws to allow regulated, non-injurious deterrents like self defence and pepper sprays to help people feel safer without increasing violence.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 5 November 2025
we are seeing stabbings and attacks on a near weekly basis. Currently British citizens have no means of self defence. This must be urgently changed to allow innocent people a chance against knives. Legalise the sale, ownership and public carrying of pepper spray or ‘bear spray’ in the UK. This will allow for a significant deterrent for those planning knife attacks, or for women against potential sexual assault on our streets. If the government will not protect us, we deserve the means to meaningfully defend ourselves.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 5 November 2025
Allow adults to carry approved low-strength self-defence sprays. Create clear rules on licensing, training, and lawful use. Ensure police guidance and strict penalties for misuse or illegal sales. Knife and violent attacks are rising, leaving people defenceless. Other countries safely allow regulated sprays to help people escape danger. The UK should trust citizens with sensible, non-lethal protection to deter attackers and save lives.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 5 November 2025
I would like the Government to supply gluten free food/ration packs for people with coeliac disease so that people with the disease can join the armed forces. I want Parliament to support this decision because the armed forces are currently under recruited and there are low levels of employment for our country. There are many people that have coeliac disease that would love to join the army, including me, and I believe that allowing the ever increasing amount of people with coeliac disease to join the armed forces, would be beneficial for both them and our country.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 5 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to improve (a) transparency and (b) communication in cases of alleged armed forces pension overpayments.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 5 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how much (a) their Department and (b) its arm’s length bodies have spent on (i) installing electric vehicle charging facilities and (ii) purchasing electric vehicles since 4 July 2024; and what estimate their Dep
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 5 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the cost to the public purse was of constructing Glenart Castle Mess in Longbridge.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 November 2025
Legalise the use of pepper spray in the United Kingdom in use for self defence purposes
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 November 2025
We demand the legalisation of the possession and use of pepper spray for self-defence, together with strict penalties for those who abuse this right to make unprovoked attacks themselves. It is unjust to criminalise the law-abiding for taking reasonable steps to survive a possible attack. Life in modern Britain is increasingly unsafe. More or less every week we see yet another attack. The ban on pepper spray is an outrage to our freedoms at the best of times, but particularly under such crime-ridden conditions. It leaves the vulnerable, particularly women and the elderly, without any practical means of defending themselves. If the authorities fail or refuse to protect us, we must be allowed to protect ourselves.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 November 2025
Legalise the sale and ownership of pepper spray for defence purposes. Change law so that using pepper spray to defend yourself from attack is legally recognized. The Government and Police are failing in their duty to keep the citizens safe. The citizens of the UK are left defenceless against growing attacks daily and should have tools to defend themselves and others.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 November 2025
Our brave Service Personnel and their families make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us all safe. In this new era of threat, we rely on them more every day. The least they deserve in return is a decent home. Years of chronic underinvestment and the failed...
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 November 2025
My hon. Friend the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Defence (Al Carns) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement. Our brave Service Personnel and their families make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us all safe. In this new era of thr...
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many British nationals are serving in the Israeli Defence Forces.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what estimates his Department has made of the time it will take to get all service family accommodation up to the Decent Homes Standard.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 November 2025
Review current self defence laws across the UK to understand whether they are sufficient to keep people safe, now that assaults and rapes are on the increase and knife crime is at epidemic levels. The police are not visible any longer and there is no deterrent for criminals. Victims and potential victims are more vulnerable as the law prohibits articles that are designed to be used for self defence in UK. We don't feel safe and we don't want to break the law in order to carry an item that may be used in self defence , but failure to provide a suitable defence spray will force ppl into criminality in order to feel safe.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 November 2025
After the Huntingdon train knife attack where several passengers were injured, we call on the Government to review the total ban on defensive sprays and allow strictly regulated, non-lethal options for self-defence under licensing and training rules. The knife attack on the train from Doncaster to London Kings Cross that stopped at Huntingdon showed how defenceless people are against armed attackers. We are not asking for weapons to be freely available, but for strictly regulated, non-lethal sprays (such as low-strength OC) to be permitted for lawful self-defence under registration, training, and strict control, giving citizens a safe, non-violent option to stop attacks before police intervene.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 November 2025
Presently in the eyes of the law there is no or a very ambiguous means of what a person can or can’t do in order to defend themselves if they come under attack For many years the subject of what a member of the public whether at home or elsewhere can do to defend themselves or loved ones has left people wondering what they can & can’t do. Therefore I request that Parliament discuss this Non lethal method of self defence and legislate it’s use without fear of prosecution when used in defence.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 November 2025
I think all secondary schools should teach basic self-defence within PE lessons so that students not only have the skills to protect themselves, but the discipline to use those skills when necessary. I feel there is a growing concern within the UK of violence and personal safety. I believe it is vital that self-defence classes are incorporated into the secondary school P.E curriculum. Teaching young people basic self-defence skills could help them build confidence, improve awareness and learn how to protect themselves in dangerous situations. Not all parents can afford to send their children to such classes so this could make it accessible to everyone and not just those who can afford it.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 November 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has plans for a social value model for defence.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
We call on Parliament to legalise adults carrying pepper spray for self-defence. Violent crime & knife attacks surge; citizens feel unsafe in the UK. Police are overstretched and lawlessness prevails. This non-lethal tool will help to restore public confidence and personal safety. Violent crime, knife attacks & public disorder have surged, leaving civilians—esp. women & elderly—unsafe. Police are overstretched; lawlessness prevails. Legalise pepper spray for self-defence: a non-lethal deterrent used safely elsewhere. Regulate with age limits, training & misuse penalties. Empower citizens, restore safety & confidence without risking public order.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
We call upon the Government to amend existing legislation to create a new category for regulated non-lethal personal defence items. This framework must allow law-abiding citizens to legally carry effective mechanisms solely for self-defence, without fear of criminal prosecution. The law criminalises carrying self-defence items, leaving citizens vulnerable to rising violent crime and random attacks. While 'reasonable force' is permitted, the law prohibits the non-lethal tools necessary for viable defence, particularly against knife crime. We are not calling for concealed weaponry, but for legal, regulated non-lethal options, such as defence sprays. This change will empower the public to protect themselves and restore confidence in their right to their personal safety.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
We call on the UK Government to review self-defence laws to allow citizens access to safe, non-lethal deterrents—such as pepper spray—for personal protection. Violent attacks, especially stabbings, are happening far too often. Citizens feel vulnerable and unprotected in public spaces. Allowing controlled, non-lethal deterrents like pepper spray would give people a safer way to defend themselves and may prevent harm before it happens. It’s time for a fair review of self-defence options because the government is failing to protect its citizens.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
Introduce a Personal Protection Licensing Scheme allowing vetted, trained UK citizens to lawfully carry approved non-lethal defensive devices for self-defence, to close the gap between citizen vulnerability and reduced police protection. Citizens deserve the right to defend themselves responsibly. Knife attacks are rising - 50,000+ last year alone. Police numbers are falling, ordinary citizens are left defenceless. We seek a balanced, modern approach - allowing defensive parity between citizens and attackers, under strict legal and ethical boundaries. The UK already trusts citizens to hold driving licences, own sporting firearms, and operate machinery - all of which carry risks. It is reasonable to extend that trust, under control, to the responsible and limited use of defensive devices.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
Recently, there has been a torrent of attacks targeting normal people who are merely going about their business. This unsettling trend has prompted many to seek effective ways to protect themselves without resorting to lethal measures. Many countries have embraced the lawful carrying of self-defence sprays as a non-lethal option for personal protection. Pepper spray, for example, is an effective tool that can incapacitate an aggressor long enough for the victim to escape and seek help. It is a simple, yet powerful way to tip the scales in situations where one might otherwise be left vulnerable.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
we need self defence laws changed so the British public has a right to defend themselves from attackers such as the Huntingdon train attack which could of been stopped sooner if we had a right to defend outselves I feel like the current self defence laws are appauling, the non lethal self defence tools on market are mostly illegal to own and use and all current ones that a legal do nothing to stop an attack happening, we deserve the right as British people to live without fear of being murdered and not being able to stop that from happening without jail time, the world is changing drastically to a dangerous place so i believe its time for a change in self defence rights as this will deter future attacks
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
We ask the Government to review laws on offensive weapons and introduce a safe, licensed system allowing citizens to carry approved non-lethal self-defence tools. This should include proper training, secure storage, registration, and independent evaluation. Recent home‑grown terrorism and lone‑attacker incidents show civilians face unpredictable threats in everyday settings. Under current UK law ordinary citizens are effectively limited to using a personal alarm as their only self‑defence option-a measure that offers no protection against brutal tactics used by attackers. We believe the Government must provide a realistic, regulated alternative by enabling trained, licensed individuals to carry approved non‑lethal tools under strict safeguards.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
Legalise safe, regulated pepper/OC sprays and gels for adults (18+) with strict controls. Every day in the UK people are attacked with knives or sexually assaulted. In 2024, over 50,000 knife offences and 71,000 rapes were recorded. Law-abiding citizens currently have almost no legal way to protect themselves. The UK is one of the few developed countries where civilians cannot carry non-lethal defensive sprays or gels. We ask the Government to allow adults aged 18+ to legally possess and carry regulated defensive sprays and gels for self-defence. Products should meet safety standards, be sold via licensed retailers with age checks, and exclude stun guns and tasers. Misuse or sale to minors should remain a criminal offence. Why this matters: Regulated sprays give law-abiding people a safe, non-lethal way to stop or escape attacks, helping protect those most at risk.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
We want the Government to review and update self defence laws to allow law abiding citizens to carry non lethal self defence items, such as pepper spray or personal taser with incapacitant features, under strict regulation. This would help people feel safer and better protected in public spaces. Following the horrific knife attack aboard the LNER train on Saturday 1st November 2025, it is clear that ordinary people can find themselves defenceless in the face of violence. Current UK law prohibits carrying any item intended for self defence. Citizens may only use objects that ‘come to hand’ during an attack, leaving them unprepared and vulnerable. Many European countries, allow regulated possession of non lethal self defence tools such as pepper spray or taser.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
We need the laws surrounding the use of pepper spray to be looked at again purely for the use of self defence The current climate in the UK is one of extreme fear, stabbings are almost at a daily occurrence & yet the government has taken any ability for someone to defend themselves away. We cannot rely on the police to be at an emergency immediately, they are already unable to cope with the levels of crime in the UK. What chance does someone have against a knife with just their hands? Having the ability to escape a dangerous situation by temporarily incapacitating an attacker could help save lives
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
In light of the rising incidence of knife crime across the UK, the safety of the public is increasingly at risk. While UK law permits the use of reasonable force in self-defense, it also prohibits carrying self-defense tools like pepper spray and tasers in public without lawful authority. I urge the UK Government and Parliament to amend existing legislation to allow responsible citizens to carry non-lethal self-defense tools, such as pepper spray and tasers. This should be done with clear guidelines, proper training, and strict regulations to ensure public safety and prevent misuse. By doing so, we can empower individuals to protect themselves effectively, reduce the likelihood of knife-related crimes, and ultimately create a safer environment for everyone.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
Legalise non-lethal self-defence tools—pepper spray, dye sprays, and low-voltage tasers—under strict licensing and training. Personal alarms are legal but passive; we propose active deterrents for vulnerable people with safeguards against misuse. The recent mass stabbing on a UK train, which left nine people critically injured, highlights the urgent need for regulated self-defence tools. Vulnerable individuals deserve access to non-lethal deterrents—like pepper spray or tasers—to protect themselves in public spaces. Licensing and training can ensure safety without escalating violence. Other countries already permit such tools safely; the UK should follow suit to improve public safety and equality.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
With the ever increasing knife attacks within the country it is time the British public were allowed to carry pepper spray. It has been proven many times in America that pepper spray is not only affective against physical assault but also knife/sword attacks and against someone armed with a gun. To remove pepper spray from the category of a firearm and change the law to allow the general population to legally carry it for defensive purposes, however with the caviar that if it is used in a non defensive mode, commission of a crime or against a police officer doing their duty then apply the punishments associated with a firearm.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2025
People feel unsafe and unable to defend themselves. Current law bans all incapacitant sprays, leaving citizens defenceless. Allowing regulated pepper or PAVA sprays for self-defence, with training and strict penalties, would give law-abiding adults a non-lethal way to protect themselves. People are being attacked on public transport and streets, yet the law bans even non-lethal sprays for defence. Allowing trained, licensed adults to carry regulated pepper or PAVA spray would give them a lawful, safe way to protect themselves and others where there is an imminent risk to life, while keeping strict penalties and safeguards to prevent misuse.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 31 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many staff left his Department in each of the last five years by grade.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 31 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many performance reviews were undertaken for staff in (a) his Department and (b) its agencies in each of the last five years; in how many of those cases performance was rated as unsatisfactory or below; how m
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 31 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many staff in his Department are recorded as having a (a) mental health condition and (b) physical disability by grade.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 31 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many staff in his Department (a) did not retain employment following the completion of their probationary period and (b) had their probationary period extended in each of the last five years.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 31 October 2025
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to ensure that Ministry of Defence contractors that use alternative finance providers, including fintech lenders, meet procurement and financial resilience requirements.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 31 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many employment tribunal claims have been lodged against his Department by (a) unfair dismissal and (b) claims under the Equality Act 2010 in each of the last five years.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 30 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 29 October 2025 to Question 84961 on Armed Forces: Northern Ireland, what the hourly rate of legal fees paid to (a) Senior Counsel, (b) Junior Counsel and (c) solicitors instructed durin
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 30 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 29 October 2025 to Question 84961 on Armed Forces: Northern Ireland, whether there were any remuneration capping arrangements applied to legal costs incurred in the defence of Soldier F;
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 30 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department is taking in cooperation with Ukraine to develop or invest in low-cost missile interceptor technology.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 30 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether his Department (a) has provided and (b) plans to provide (i) financial and (ii) technical support for missile interceptor technology projects in Ukraine.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 30 October 2025
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether human rights are considered when awarding defence procurement contracts.