Portugal MPs Support Burka Ban Proposal

Burkas and niqabs are poised to be banned in most public spaces in Portugal following a proposal from the far-right Chega party, which was supported by the centre-right coalition. The measure imposes fines for offenders and up to three years in jail for coercing someone to wear a face veil, reflecting similar bans in other European countries, while the bill awaits potential veto by President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.

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