Italy Bans the Use of Burqas and Veils in Schools

The Italian government banned the use of burqas and veils in educational institutions on the grounds of maintaining standards of secularism and social integration. With the new regulation, the use of religious symbols and full-face veils in schools has been officially limited.

This decision reignited ongoing debates on the place of religious clothing in public spaces across Europe. Authorities stated that the application aims to increase social interaction in the school environment and strengthen the culture of common life.