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Zurich backs school headscarf ban in closely divided vote
Zurich’s parliament has backed a ban on religious head coverings for female pupils and teachers in state schools and nurseries.
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Zurich’s parliament has backed a ban on religious head coverings for female pupils and teachers in state schools and nurseries.
about 2 months ago · 1 source

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employment
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employment
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