# Headscarf

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# Freedom Party

Austria approves headscarf ban in primary schools

The measure was proposed by the ruling right-wing government.

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May 16th 2019, 7:29 AM

# decent and respectful

'Women don't have to wear head covers or robes': Saudi crown prince

It’s unclear whether the comments will lead to a relaxing in the enforcement of the strict dress code for women.

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Mar 20th 2018, 12:43 PM

Voices

'All women live under the male gaze, but the European hijab ruling feels like the eye of Sauron'

World Hijab Day allowed me to see the hijab for what it is – not a threat, not a tool of oppression – but a reflection of care for others and sense of belonging, writes Sinead Mercier.

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Mar 25th 2017, 9:30 AM

# Religion

EU court rules companies can ban staff from wearing headscarves

The court said it does not constitute “direct discrimination” if a firm has an internal rule banning the wearing of any political, philosophical or religious sign.

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Mar 14th 2017, 10:53 AM

Voices

'No woman should have to cover her head for fear of offending religious values'

Women have the right to dress exactly as they want. The right to cover is just as important as the right to uncover, writes Lorraine Courtney.

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Feb 24th 2017, 6:45 AM

# Headscarf

Austria promises ban on face veil in public places

The ban is part of raft of measures aimed at fending off the far-right.

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Jan 31st 2017, 8:34 PM

# Not happening

Female Air France crew can opt out of Iran flights to avoid having to wear headscarf

Air France management claims the request is standard for most airlines when flying to Iran.

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Apr 4th 2016, 9:40 PM

# Germany

Muslim teachers will be allowed to wear their headscarves in class

The issue has been a major topic of debate in Germany.

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Mar 14th 2015, 4:30 PM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 In your 9 at 9: Minister in sack threat; the universal social charge is here to stay; the end of LulzSec; the senator and the passport row; and the world’s ugliest dog.

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Jun 26th 2011, 8:56 AM