This petition was submitted during the 2017–2019 Conservative government

Petition Make it a criminal offence for anyone to cover their face in public places

Face covering is a security risk, It would help prevent the steep rise in violent crime, prevent anonymity in marauding gangs and facilitate identification. Exception can be made for safety helmets while driving, and face coverings authorised by a doctor for medical reasons.

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In many Muslim countries women do not cover their faces. Security ID can be fooled by a face mask. This request is intended for the security of all including minorities.

This petition is closed This petition ran for 6 months

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