A Spanish court has ordered the town of Jumilla to revoke its ban on Muslim religious festivals in public spaces, declaring the prohibition discriminatory and unconstitutional. The ruling comes after local authorities attempted to restrict Islamic celebrations, sparking outrage among civil rights groups.
Court Rules Ban Unlawful
The court found that the ban, introduced earlier this year, violated fundamental rights to religious freedom and equality. Judges emphasised that public spaces must remain inclusive for all faiths, not just the majority religion.
Backlash Against the Ban
Muslim communities in Jumilla had protested the restrictions, arguing they were unfairly targeted. Civil liberties organisations welcomed the court's decision, calling it a victory for multiculturalism in Spain.
Local Government Reacts
Jumilla's council, which had defended the ban as necessary for "public order," now faces legal consequences. The ruling sets a precedent that could affect similar policies elsewhere in Spain.
