Swiss Parliament Approves Burqa Ban, Imposes Steep Fine
22nd September 2023
Switzerland’s parliament has approved a ban on face coverings in legislation thought to be targeting Muslim women wearing burqas and niqabs.
The country’s lower parliamentary chamber voted overwhelmingly in favor of the bill on Wednesday, which was passed with 151 votes in favor and 29 against. The upper chamber had previously approved the ban, which was strongly supported by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party.
It prohibits the covering of the nose, mouth and eyes in public places, as well as private buildings that can be accessed by the public.
So much for COVID masks.