Two surrender bins for dangerous weapons have been placed in Tottenham to combat knife crime. Haringey Council's Ajda Ovat stated the importance of removing these weapons from the streets to prevent harm. The bins are part of a Home Office initiative encouraging individuals to surrender weapons, including ninja swords, before stricter laws come into effect on August 1. Those caught with illegal weapons may face jail time, while the initiative ensures responsible surrendering options for the public. Additional amnesty bins and a mobile van are also available for weapon collection in the area.
Haringey Council's cabinet member Ajda Ovat emphasized the necessity of getting dangerous weapons off the streets, highlighting that one life lost to knife crime is one too many.
The month-long Home Office campaign urges individuals to surrender dangerous blades like zombie knives and ninja swords before tough legislation makes their possession illegal.
After August 1, possession of ninja swords will be illegal, with penalties that may extend to two years in jail under proposed legislation in the Crime and Policing Bill.
The bins and an amnesty mobile van provide secure and responsible options for surrendering dangerous weapons, aiming to help minimize the risks associated with knife crime.
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