VOICED : Francia multara el acoso callejero

France introduces a 90 euro fine for public harassment, including gestures, whistles, and obscene comments. The initiative, announced by government spokesperson Benjamin Griveaux, aims to address the high incidence of harassment reported by women in Parisian public transport. The fines, ranging from 90 to 750 euros, will be enforced by a new police unit. Despite the challenges in proving such offenses, the French government is committed to tackling this issue. Similar measures in Belgium and Portugal have faced difficulties in implementation.

What new measure has the French government introduced to combat public harassment?

• Increased police patrols

• Mandatory workshops for offenders

• A fine for inappropriate behavior in public spaces

• A new public awareness campaign

According to Benjamin Griveaux, what percentage of women in Paris have faced harassment in public transport?

• 90%

• 50%

• 30%

• 70%

What is the range of fines proposed for street harassment in France?

• 200 to 1000 euros

• 50 to 500 euros

• 90 to 750 euros

• 100 to 800 euros

Who will be responsible for enforcing the new fines for harassment in France?

• Private security companies

• Community volunteers

• A new police force proposed by President Macron

• Local government officials

Which countries have previously attempted similar anti-harassment measures without success?

• Sweden and Norway

• Germany and Netherlands

• Spain and Italy

• Belgium and Portugal