Several Western countries including France, Spain and Canada have proposed laws which would ban Muslim women from wearing a Niqab in public spaces. A niqab is a cloth that covers the face and is worn by some Muslim women in public areas. In January 2016 David Cameron proposed banning Muslim women from wearing veils in schools, courts and other British institutions. Proponents argue that the ban infringes on individual rights and prevents people from expressing their religious beliefs. Opponents argue that face-coverings prevent the clear identification of a person, which is both a security risk, and a social hindrance within a society which relies on facial recognition and expression in communication.
75% Yes |
25% No |
54% Yes |
25% No |
15% Yes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
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6% Yes, we should respect all cultural traditions |
See how support for each position on “Niqāb” has changed over time for 149k UK voters.
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See how importance of “Niqāb” has changed over time for 149k UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@93BSRSG2yrs2Y
It should be discouraged but not banned
@8WGX3LL3yrs3Y
Yes, but their identity must be verified in some way, whether that be a fingerprint or otherwise
@9LNX8Q34 days4D
Yes, but I prefer that faces can be seen, especially around young children, to enable them to read expressions, same in a court
@9LNT6T54 days4D
No, if you want to wear religious clothing at non-government event you can, but state secularism should be strictly enforced for all religions by banning religious attire for government events
@96QW6Q72yrs2Y
Yes as long as its their choice and not anyone else's
@96QW6N82yrs2Y
As long is it is their choice and not anyone else's eg. husband
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