Austria News News Austria » Religion: School headscarf ban meets resistance in Austria
News channel or source: https://www.msn.com/en-ca/money/general/school-headscarf-ban-meets-resistance-in-austria/ar-AA2eh61l
Published on: Thursday 15 October 2026
As the new school year gets under way in Austria, a headscarf ban for girls under 14 has sparked protests on the streets and in the classroom, with dozens of pupils refusing to comply.
News Austria » Religion: Austria's new headscarf ban for under-14s sparks debate over religious freedom
News channel or source: https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/13/austrias-new-headscarf-ban-for-under-14s-sparks-debate-over-religious-freedom
Published on: Sunday 13 September 2026
Since 1 September, Austria has banned headscarves for female pupils under 14 at state and private schools. Repeated breaches of the rule could lead to fines of €150 to €800 for parents. Since the ...