Petition · past parliament
Make it a criminal offence for anyone to cover their face in public places
Closed
648 signatures
What the petition asks
Face covering is a security risk, It would help prevent the steep rise in violent crime, prevent anonymity in marauding gangs and facilitate identification. Exception can be made for safety helmets while driving, and face coverings authorised by a doctor for medical reasons.
In many Muslim countries women do not cover their faces. Security ID can be fooled by a face mask. This request is intended for the security of all including minorities.
Timeline
| 8 Feb 2018 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 8 Aug 2018 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
648
Status
Closed
Opened
8 Feb 2018
Closed
8 Aug 2018
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.