Robin Swann MP: written questions

4 Jul 2026–16 Oct 2026 · year in progress

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  • Knives: ScotlandScotland OfficeTabled 7 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 900956More

    Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, whether he has had discussions with Cabinet colleagues on making the wearing of a sgian dubh illegal.

    Answer: The wearing of the sgian dubh is permitted where it is being worn as part of a national costume. There are no plans to change this. However, we are clear that if any bladed or pointed article is used to threaten or harm others, this will be met with the f...

    Answered 15 Jul 2026

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