Reaction to France’s Burqa Ban

Published: Monday, April 11, 2011

France's controversial ban on certain kinds of Muslim veils took effect on Monday, 11th April, 2011.

Consequently, French police arrested two women outside Notre Dame just hours after. Police claimed the women were arrested for taking part in an unauthorized protest.

Whatever the reason, feelings are running high in regards to this issue. If you wish to comment, you can email us on info@nwci.ie.

Also, click here to read an article from the Guardian where Salma Yaqoob, leader of the Respect Party, and commentator Yasmin Alibhai-Brown look at the issue from opposite sides of the fence.