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Now playing Next France Women in France fined for wearing 'burkini' swimsuits at pool "Burkinis" -- a swimsuit that covers the whole body except the face -- have been outlawed by several French municipalities since 2016, arguing the costumes violate the country's secular values. But activists have argued that the ban is rooted in Islamophobia. 22/07/2021
Now playing Next Switzerland Switzerland urges voters to reject referendum on banning burqas The Swiss government has called for voters to reject a proposal to ban full facial coverings such as burqas and niqabs at a referendum in March. 19/01/2021
Now playing Next Netherlands Dutch MPs asked to reconsider burqa ban as women report rise in abuse The so-called burqa ban has been in place since August 2019 and women who cover their faces on public transport or in buildings including schools and hospitals risk a 150 euro fine 23/09/2020
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Now playing Next United Kingdom Boris on Brexit: 'Block it and we face mortal retribution from voters' 'I am not aiming for a no-deal Brexit outcome,' says Boris Johnson at leadership bid launch 12/06/2019
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Now playing Next Iran Euroviews. Compulsory hijab and the dignity of women | View Ultimately, this is not about a piece of cloth but about a woman’s worth, her dignity. If a woman cannot determine how to dress, how can she be a responsible person? If she cannot control how to cover her head, how can she control what goes on inside her head? 29/08/2018
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