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Nottingham City Council bans non-religious face coverings September 15

9/8/2026

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Nottingham City Council bans non-religious face coverings in the city centre from 15 September.
Police and community protection officers may order removal if they reasonably believe the covering hides identity for crime.
Refusal can trigger a £70 on-spot fine or prosecution up to £1,000.
Exemptions include religious, medical, cultural, health, work, weather, or personal-safety reasons.
A consultation received over 2,200 responses, with more than 90 % supporting the restriction.

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Nottingham City Council bans non-religious face coverings in the city centre from 15 September.
Police and community protection officers may order removal if they reasonably believe the covering hides identity for crime.
Refusal can trigger a £70 on-spot fine or prosecution up to £1,000.
Exemptions include religious, medical, cultural, health, work, weather, or personal-safety reasons.
A consultation received over 2,200 responses, with more than 90 % supporting the restriction.