It’s Now Illegal to ‘Catcall’ Women in The United Kingdom

In a significant move to curb street harassment, the United Kingdom has recently made 'catcalling'—unsolicited comments, gestures, or advances toward women in public spaces—illegal under new public order legislation. This law, aimed at enhancing women's safety and dignity, imposes penalties such as fines or community orders on offenders, with repeat violations potentially escalating to harsher consequences.