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UK Invests £1.2M to Combat Knife Crime in Schools

4/7/2026

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  • The United Kingdom government announced a £1.2 million investment to support up to 250 schools in knife crime hotspots.
  • The Safety In and Around Schools Partnership will support 50 schools using mapping technology to identify hotspots.
  • Despite a 9% decrease in knife crime in 2025, concerns remain about youth mental health.
  • Critics call for more comprehensive community policing and support services, while the Youth Endowment Fund backs the program.