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.

“Part of the educational system is designed to create an understanding of the various religions, but it would be taking things to a ridiculous level when you can’t display logos, emblems or whatever else it may be,” said Michael Moriarty, general secretary of the Irish Vocational Education Association (IVEA).

Prohibiting or obstructing the display of religious logos or emblems was “a denial of freedom,” he stressed.