Knife crime affects families, victims and entire communities. Since July 2025 almost 10,000 knives and bladed weapons have been deposited in Home Office-funded bins.
A knife amnesty bin has been positioned discreetly in front of the main bus station entrance in Halifax. By providing a safe and anonymous way for people to dispose of knives, the initiative aims to reduce the risk of knife violence and harm within our communities.
Knife crime has a devastating impact on victims, families and neighbourhoods. Every knife surrendered helps keep dangerous weapons out of circulation. Tackling knife crime requires a whole-of-society approach, with government, communities, charities and local partners working together.
Find your local surrender bin: https://ow.ly/tAAh50ZwUWM
For parents/ Family 13 Aug
Conversations at home matter. Talking openly about knife carrying can help keep young people safe.
Many young people who carry knives do so because they are worried about their own safety. If you discover a knife or bladed weapon at home, it can be disposed of safely and anonymously in the surrender bin in Halifax, located discreetly in front of the main bus station entrance in Halifax.
Trusted adults, youth workers, schools and community organisations all have a role to play in keeping young people safe.
Find your local surrender bin on Gov.uk.
Young people
If you’re carrying a knife for protection, it puts you at greater risk of becoming involved in violence and getting hurt. Most young people do not carry knives, choosing not to carry is the safest choice.
If you have a knife, you can dispose of it safely and anonymously in the surrender bin in Halifax, located discreetly in front of the main bus station entrance in Halifax.
No questions asked. No personal details required. Everyone deserves to grow up safely.
