Despite a recent ban on ‘zombie-style’ knives in England and Wales, an investigation by BBC News reveals that these weapons are readily available for purchase online, some priced under £20. The ban, which took effect in September, aims to restrict ownership and sale of knives favored by criminal gangs. However, BBC reporters were able to buy multiple banned knives from UK retailers, prompting calls for tougher laws. The National Police Chiefs’ Council is reviewing online knife sales, while the government conducts a rapid review of enforcement measures against illegal trading.