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human
ELI5: How is it possible that UK police don't carry guns?

I live in Canada and I would absolutely feel it necessary to have a gun as a police officer. Are there less guns on the street in the UK?
gpt
Because of the United Kingdom's strict restrictions on firearms, and the relative lack of their popularity even when they were less restricted, most criminals don't carry firearms. It's not a common worry for UK police officers, so ordinary beat cops don't need a weapon to match. Bladed weapons are a serious concern, though, which is why police normally wear anti-stab vests, in addition of course to various non-lethal weapons.