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Stafford Council Bans Youth Face Coverings, £100 Fine

6/24/2026

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Stafford Borough Council approved a protection order banning face coverings in public areas, except for religious or health reasons, effective December 2026.
The rule targets youth wearing black face coverings used to intimidate in town-centre areas.
Violators will receive a fixed-penalty notice of up to £100.
Councillor Jill Hood said the ban improves safety, reduces fear of crime, restricts unauthorized building access, curbs loitering, and eases amplified busking rules.

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Stafford Borough Council approved a protection order banning face coverings in public areas, except for religious or health reasons, effective December 2026.
The rule targets youth wearing black face coverings used to intimidate in town-centre areas.
Violators will receive a fixed-penalty notice of up to £100.
Councillor Jill Hood said the ban improves safety, reduces fear of crime, restricts unauthorized building access, curbs loitering, and eases amplified busking rules.