A spike in knife crimes and recent killings have triggered proposals for tougher laws before things “get out of control”. Fianna Fáil are seeking cross-party support to increase the maximum sentence for carrying a knife intended to injure a person from five to 10 years. He pointed to a massive spike in knife crimes in London and said action was needed here before things got “out of control”. "The maximum sentence needs to be increased so that there is a real deterrent to cut down on the growing knife culture in Ireland. It is important that people are aware that carrying knives for no lawful purpose is not permitted and will be severely punished.”

Source: Irish Examiner October 01, 2019 13:18 UTC