Rejected petition Ban the Burka from being worn in public in the UK

The wearing of a Burka is a threat to our national security, particularly after recent terrorist attacks. France, with a Muslim population of 9.6% has taken the precaution of protecting its civilians; we need to act now, before it is too late.

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/131481

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Date submitted 6 June 2016
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