Ciaran Giles in The Associated Press, Jun.14, www.thestar.com/news/world/article/823236–barcelona-to-ban-use-of-niqab-in-city-buildings
Barcelona said on Monday it will ban face-covering Islamic veils in municipal buildings, the latest Spanish city hall to crack down on the use of such garments in public, as much of Europe considers following suit.
City Mayor Jordi Hereu insisted the measure was not specifically anti-religious, saying it was aimed at all dress that impeded identification and included motorcycle helmets and ski masks. The ban would also hold in public kindergartens, music schools, social services offices and public markets.