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 150k UK voters.
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See how importance of “Niqāb” has changed over time for 150k 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
@93KBFB92yrs2Y
Yes, But I disagree with the niqab.
@93CXHXX2yrs2Y
It should be down to both choice and the respect of cultural traditions
@92W8G522yrs2Y
Yes, if it is within their culture to do so.
@92R98Q42yrs2Y
Yes, but only if it is entirely their choice and they have not been forced to or required to by men
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