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Scottish Government Considering Face Covering Exclusion Zones, Says Neil Gray

Neil Gray said ministers are weighing powers that could bring £70 fines, confiscation and community work for masked offenders.

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The Government is considering an initiative to ban face coverings after taking inspiration from an initiative in Nottingham.

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Scotland could crackdown on e-bikes and balaclavas amid crime fears

Scotland considers balaclava exclusion zones as Neil Gray backs action on masked gangs, e-bike crime and calls for off-road vehicle licensing schemes.

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Scottish Government considering face covering exclusion zones, says Neil Gray

The Government is considering an initiative to ban face coverings after taking inspiration from an initiative in Nottingham.

·London, United Kingdom
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SNP ministers considering balaclava exclusion zones in Scotland

Neil Gray said the Scottish government is looking at what has been done in Nottingham

·Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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The Scotsman broke the news in Edinburgh, United Kingdom on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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