Should schools in knife crime hotspots receive specialist training?

The UK government allocates £1.2 million for up to 250 schools in knife crime hotspots, identified using Home Office mapping, to receive specialist training. This partnership equips school leaders to spot knife-crime risks early and divert children from violence, building on West Midlands trials with mentoring and safety measures. Over 150 knife attacks occurred in schools across England and Wales in the 2024-2025 academic year amid ongoing urban violence concerns.