A committee of U.K. lawmakers will launch an inquiry Monday into the sexual harassment of women and girls in public places such as streets, public transport, shops, bars and clubs.
The cross-party Women and Equalities Committee will examine what more can be done to combat unwanted sexual attention in public spaces other than the workplace, it said.
"We are putting a spotlight on a problem that seems to be so routine in women's lives, and yet has received very little attention in public policy," said Maria Miller, committee chair, in a statement.