Austria's Islamic headscarf ban in force as under-14s go back to school

The government says the law is intended to protect the rights of young girls, but critics say it is fuelling anti-Muslim feeling. As the new school year begins in Austria, a law banning headscarves in schools for girls under 14 has gone into force. The law forbids "traditional Muslim" head coverings, such as hijabs or burkas, in public and private schools across the country [1].

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1. bbc.co.uk · Austria's Islamic headscarf ban in force as under-14s go back to school Sep 7, 2026

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