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The defendant also denies aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article relating to a kitchen knife.

"The threat of bladed weapons among our children has become critical", Bayrou said, adding it is "up to us to make this widespread scourge a public enemy".

Brooks, who was convicted of attempted murder, attempted arson with intent to endanger life and possession of a bladed article, was told he would serve at least 22 years in prison.

Mr Monzo has admitted possessing two swords but denies murder, attempted murder, wounding with intent, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

BBC Scotland News understands a bladed weapon was involved in the attack and newspaper reports have suggested it was a machete.