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Where else is it banned?

Rupert Lowe's proposed burqa ban mirrors policies seen in several European nations. France became the first to outlaw full-face veils in public spaces in 2011, followed by countries like Denmark, Austria, and Switzerland. While supporters argue these rules champion security and integration, critics counter that restricting what people wear infringes upon fundamental personal freedoms and religious expression.

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