Humanists UK have called for the Government to develop national guidance for England on the question of religious practices in schools following today’s High Court ruling which ruled in favour of the so-called ‘prayer ban’ at Michaela Community School, Brent.

Humanists UK Chief Executive, Andrew Copson, appear on Sky News on 16/04/2024, to talk about the ruling, and the need for wider reform on religious practices in schools.

'We really feel the need at the moment for national guidance that will help schools not have to take cases like this, and allow parents and pupils to have clear expectations of what they can or can't do in the school day.'

'Let's get rid of the law requiring collective Christian worship. Let's bring in a law requiring inclusive assemblies that draw on a range of traditions.'

'Let's give space in the curriculum for children to genuinely learn about a wide range of different religions and beliefs. And let's try and foster mutual respect for people's different practices where they can be accommodated.'