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Kemi Badenoch: We must also be prepared to examine, carefully and seriously, religious practices or exemptions that permit the carrying…

On the recordJune 4, 2026
We must also be prepared to examine, carefully and seriously, religious practices or exemptions that permit the carrying of dangerous weapons in public, and other activities that are not conducive to the public good.
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Kemi Badenoch
Conservative Party

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Addressing issues related to public safety and weapon carrying.

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