The use of the powers has proven controversial, with critics saying it disproportionately targets black and ethnic minority communities. But the Home Office says the government's 'first priority' must be on 'prevention and public safety'.
The home secretary is also calling for the body worn camera footage recorded by constables to be released faster as she hopes"by telling the whole story quickly, innocent police officers will not be subject to trial by social media over their actions".
Ms Braverman said:"Carrying weapons is a scourge on our society. And anyone doing so is risking their own lives as well as the lives of those around them. This dangerous culture must be brought to a stop. "My first priority is to keep the public safe and people who insist on carrying a weapon must know that there will be consequences."There have been concerns about the proportion of black men and boys who have been stopped and searchedShe added:"The police have my full support to ramp up the use of stop and search, wherever necessary, to prevent violence and save more lives.
"Every death from knife crime is a tragedy. That's why I also back the police in tackling this blight in communities which are disproportionately affected, such as among young black males. We need to do everything in our power to crack down on this violence." The home secretary also updated the safeguards being put in place when it comes to stop and search to"strengthen trust between the police and local communities".
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