Rejected petition Ban face coverings and balaclavas in public spaces

Ban on face coverings, including balaclavas, in public spaces, except for medical reasons where the face remains visible. Criminals are increasingly using face coverings to hide their identity while committing crimes such as phone snatching and shoplifting.

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A ban on face coverings in public places will help law enforcement identify offenders more effectively and improve public safety. While we understand the need for medical exceptions, these should not obstruct the ability to see a person’s face. The unrestricted use of face coverings poses a serious security risk to communities across the UK.

We urge the government to take immediate action to address this issue and introduce a nationwide ban to enhance safety.

This petition was rejected

Why was this petition rejected?

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You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Ban balaclavas except for winter activity use
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/714497

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Date submitted 2 March 2025
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