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A new label promoting spaces as 鈥榗hild friendly鈥� is set to be launched in France to combat the growing trend of 鈥榗hild-free鈥� areas.

The subject prompted a flurry of responses from Connexion readers. Here is a selection:

To the Editor, 

With little control over behaviour by parents or teachers, I support no-kids venues. Many UK restaurants ban children under 14.

The same should apply across Europe. Too many concessions are granted to children, especially by the SNCF. 

Noise 鈥� often from children 鈥� is becoming a major stress factor, and parents seem immune to it. 

R.C., Loz猫re

To the Editor, 

As a mother of three Franco-American children, I have mixed feelings. In the US, restaurant outings with kids were often stressful. 

In France, we saved evenings out for adults. When we brought the children, they were dressed up and well prepared. We kept it short and early, and it went fine. 

Problems usually come from parents who stop parenting in public. I hope 鈥渃hild-friendly鈥� does not mean 鈥渘o rules.鈥� 

J.G., by email

To the Editor, 

There should be adult-only spaces where one can enjoy a quiet meal without disruption. Child-friendly options already exist 鈥� such as McDonald's. 

Not everyone wants their evening spoilt by someone else鈥檚 noisy children. Families should accept that adults have a right to peaceful spaces. 

K.G., by email

To the Editor, 

I welcome well-behaved children 鈥� and well-trained dogs. But if parents or dog owners do not teach basic public manners, they should deal with the consequences. 

I am tired of untrained children and yappy small dogs causing stress for others. It is not the presence of children that is the problem 鈥� it is the absence of boundaries. 

Name withheld, by email

To the Editor, 

It used to be that French parents removed disruptive children from public places. 

Now, some act as though their child can do no wrong. 

I like children, but I welcome venues where peaceful behaviour is expected. Directing undisciplined families to more relaxed spaces makes sense. 

Name withheld, by email

How do you feel about the 'no children venues'? Let us know at letters@connexionfrance.com