Petition · past parliament · Home Office
Make it unlawful to wear full face coverings in public
Closed
2,671 signatures
What the petition asks
It is crucial to create a policy that makes it unlawful to wear full face coverings, such as balaclavas, in public. Many young people wear these masks to feel included in their group of friends, or to disguise themselves when they engage in offensive behaviour.
They can make it difficult for victims to recognise offenders and can spread fear among children and vulnerable groups of people.
Timeline
| 14 Mar 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 14 Sep 2023 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
2,671
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
14 Mar 2023
Closed
14 Sep 2023
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.