MPs widely disagree with niqab ban in public sector workplace

The recent proposal by Rep. Ghada Agamy to ban the niqab in the public sector workplace was met with wide disagreement, Rep. Mohamed Abu Hamed said, according to Egypt Independent. Many MPs said they believe the ban to be in violation of personal freedom and rights, and could lead to further division in Egyptian society. The bill will be up for discussion at the House of Representatives on Sunday.