Coalition row over proposals for tougher penalties for knife crime
A proposal for tougher penalties for knife crime has sparked a row within the coalition government.
Justice Secretary Chris Grayling wants to impose a mandatory six-month jail term for any adult convicted of a second offence involving a knife.
But senior Liberal Democrats argue judges should be trusted to use their discretion.
Ross Hawkins reports from the BBC's Westminster studio.
02 May 2014
- From the section UK