Portugal bans burka and niqab in public places
Portugal has banned the burka and niqab in public places from today, with fines of up to 3,000 euros. The law also punishes coercion to wear the full-face veil.
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Portugal has brought into force a ban on wearing the burka and niqab in public places, with fines that can reach 3,000 euros. The measure also provides for prison sentences for those who pressure others into wearing the full-face veil.
## Full-face veil ban in Portugal
As of today, wearing the burka and niqab is banned in public spaces in Portugal. The new law, reported by **El Español**, establishes fines of up to **3,000 euros** for those who break it. The measure, which aims to limit the visibility of full religious symbols, also includes penalties for anyone who pressures or forces another person to wear the full veil.
## Implications of the law
The Portuguese legislation not only penalises those who wear the full-face veil, but also punishes coercion. This means that anyone who tries to force others to cover their face or entire body with this type of clothing will face prison sentences. The measure comes into force at a time when the debate on integration and security in Europe remains open, and Portugal thus joins other countries that have adopted similar rules.
## Full-face veil ban in Portugal
As of today, wearing the burka and niqab is banned in public spaces in Portugal. The new law, reported by **El Español**, establishes fines of up to **3,000 euros** for those who break it. The measure, which aims to limit the visibility of full religious symbols, also includes penalties for anyone who pressures or forces another person to wear the full veil.
## Implications of the law
The Portuguese legislation not only penalises those who wear the full-face veil, but also punishes coercion. This means that anyone who tries to force others to cover their face or entire body with this type of clothing will face prison sentences. The measure comes into force at a time when the debate on integration and security in Europe remains open, and Portugal thus joins other countries that have adopted similar rules.
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