BBC World · WorldNews · 2026-09-07
Austria's Islamic headscarf ban in force as under-14s go back to school
Austria's Islamic headscarf ban in force as under-14s go back to school. Critics say the new law is fuelling anti-Muslim feeling in the country. Teachers are expected to enforce the new ban by holding a series of talks with the student and their legal guardians. If there are repeated violations, child services must be notified and guardians could face fines of up to €800 (£685.
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