Portugal Bans Face Coverings in Public Places

Portugal bans face coverings in public places

Portugal has enacted a law banning face coverings in public spaces, a measure that has been widely criticised as targeting Muslim women who wear full-face veils. The post Portugal bans face coverings in public places appeared first on Vanguard News.

Full-face Veils Banned In Portugal After President Signs ‘Burqa Law’

This post is republished with permission from Remix News Portuguese President António José Seguro has officially signed into law a bill banning face-concealing attire in public spaces, with the move seen targeting the full-face Islamic veils like the burqa and niqab. Addressing the national debate, President Seguro framed the decision around human interaction, stating: “The...

Portugal Enacts Public Face-Covering Ban With Fines Up to $3,500

Portugal has enacted a nationwide ban on clothing that conceals a person’s face in most public spaces, with violations punishable by fines ranging from $175 to $3,500 and limited exemptions for settings including places of worship, diplomatic missions and aircraft.

Burqa Ban: Portugal Prohibits Full Face Veils to Protect 'Human Identity'

The centre-right government of Portugal has enacted legislation from the populist Chega party to ban full-face covering veils in public.

Law banning the use of the burqa has been enacted in Portugal

The President of the Republic has passed laws which prohibit the use of face-covering garments in public areas, a measure generally known as the “burqa ban” and one which is largely regarded as being aimed at Muslim women who wear full-face veils.