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UK Launches £320M Plan to Support Knife-Carrying Youth

2/12/2026

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The UK government unveiled measures to help children found carrying knives, after stabbings at Kingsbury High School in London.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said every child found with a weapon will be referred to youth justice services for a specialized support plan.
The plan includes mandatory mentoring and education requirements and aims to reduce reoffending, backed by over £320 million in funding.

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The UK government unveiled measures to help children found carrying knives, after stabbings at Kingsbury High School in London.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said every child found with a weapon will be referred to youth justice services for a specialized support plan.
The plan includes mandatory mentoring and education requirements and aims to reduce reoffending, backed by over £320 million in funding.