Amend the Firearms Act to allow licensed defensive tasers for female adults 18+

Amend the Firearms Act 1968 to create a regulated licensing category for specialist defensive tasers, enabling lawful possession by female adults aged 18+ with mandatory training and safeguards, to support personal safety in the context of high levels of violence against women and vulnerable adults.

253 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Thursday 9th April 2026
Last 24 hours signatures
83
Signature Deadline
Friday 9th October 2026
Estimated Final Signatures: 926

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Violence against women, sexual offences, and abuse remains high in the UK, with police-recorded serious sexual offences exceeding 100,000 annually and low charge rates, leaving many feeling unsafe. We believe women and vulnerable adults need access to regulated, non-lethal defensive tools alongside legal protections. A targeted amendment with strict licensing and training could provide an additional, responsible option for personal safety without reducing public safety commitments.


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