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Mixed Messages on religious symbols and dress code

Decisions on religious symbols and dress code by the European Court of Human Rights appear to treat Christians and Muslims in a different light, writes Dr Claire Hogan.

Tue, 05 Aug, 2014

Court overturns crucifix ban in Italian schools

THERE is no evidence that having a crucifix on classroom walls has any religious influence on pupils and it is not a violation of their rights, the Court of Human Rights has ruled, overturning a previous decision banning them in Italian state schools.

Sat, 19 Mar, 2011

Court ruling could see religious symbols banned in classrooms

Religious symbols in classrooms could be banned across Europe if a human rights ruling is upheld on appeal today.

Fri, 18 Mar, 2011

Italy appeals Rights Court ban on school crucifixes

ITALY began its appeal against a European Court of Human Rights ruling condemning the display of crucifixes in Italian schools in a case that could affect all of Europe.

Thu, 01 Jul, 2010

Ruling may see crucifixes ban in classrooms

THE body representing the country’s Vocational Education Committees (VECs) had expressed dismay that the European Court of Human Rights may have prompted the removal of the crucifix from schools.

Wed, 04 Nov, 2009