In France, a movement is growing against excluding children from hospitality venues such as hotels and restaurants. Socialist senator Laurence Rossignol is set to introduce legislation to make it illegal, arguing that this reflects a harmful societal attitude towards children. High commissioner for childhood, Sarah El Hairy, supports the initiative, describing the trend as 'violence against children.' Many believe the proposed ban, while significant, may not address deeper issues regarding French perceptions of children in public spaces, emphasizing the need for cultural change rather than just legal enforcement.
"A child shouts, laughs and moves; we are institutionalising the idea that silence is a luxury and the absence of children is a luxury."
"There is a popular saying in France about children: Les enfants doivent etre vus, et non entendus, which means children should be seen, not heard."
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