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Restrictions on balaclavas in public places

Submitted on Friday 31st January 2025

Rejected on Wednesday 9th April 2025

Current status: Rejected

Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)

Petition Action

Restrictions on balaclavas in public places

Petition Details

While balaclavas may have legitimate uses for work, sports, or cold weather, their unrestricted use in public spaces allows criminals to evade justice and creates an environment of fear. We propose restrictions on balaclavas in public places.

Additional Information

We urge lawmakers and local authorities to introduce clear regulations restricting the wearing of balaclavas in public places, with reasonable exemptions (motorcyclists).
We must act now to prevent further violence and ensure our streets remain safe for everyone.


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This petition was rejected

The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:

There's already a petition about this issue. We cannot accept a new petition when we already have one about a very similar issue.

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You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/714497

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