Attempts to ban begging to improve public safety

27 August, 2025, 10:25 am

Last modified: 27 August, 2025, 10:26 am

Attempts to ban begging to improve public safety

27 August, 2025, 10:25 am

Last modified: 27 August, 2025, 10:26 am

The European country of Luxembourg has banned begging in cities during daylight hours. While this has reduced the number of beggars to a small extent, it has increased the suffering of the destitute.

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