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UK Supreme Court Rules Northern Ireland's Religious Education Unlawful

11/20/2025

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The UK Supreme Court ruled unanimously that Christian religious education and collective worship in Northern Ireland schools are unlawful for failing to meet human rights standards, reinstating the 2022 High Court decision.
The ruling states the curriculum lacks an objective, critical, and pluralist approach.
The Department of Education must revise the curriculum to meet human rights standards and address diverse beliefs, as established by JR87 and her father's case.

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The UK Supreme Court ruled unanimously that Christian religious education and collective worship in Northern Ireland schools are unlawful for failing to meet human rights standards, reinstating the 2022 High Court decision.
The ruling states the curriculum lacks an objective, critical, and pluralist approach.
The Department of Education must revise the curriculum to meet human rights standards and address diverse beliefs, as established by JR87 and her father's case.