German state backs headscarf ban

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Series Details 4.2.04
Publication Date 04/02/2004
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The German state of Baden-Württemberg has given initial approval for a law to stop teachers wearing headscarves. The proposals follow a controversial ruling by Germany's highest court in September 2003 that states were entitled to ban teachers from wearing headscarves.

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