Article 9 - Freedom of thought, conscience and religion

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G.K. and A.S. v. Switzerland, nos. 55299/20 and 31515/22

16/07/26

Failure of the domestic authorities to provide the applicants, in pre-trial detention and in a psychiatric hospital respectively, with a fully vegan diet in accordance with their ethical beliefs and alleged lack of effective remedies in this regard.
Judgment | Legal Summary


Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses v. Italy, no. 49687/16

11/06/26

Prolonged inability of a duly registered religious association representing Jehovah’s Witnesses in Italy to conclude an agreement with the State under Article 8 of the Constitution, which would allow access to tax benefits.
Judgment


Velev and Others v. Bulgaria, no. 56007/21

09/06/26

Ban on all “religious propaganda at the home of residents” of a municipality, introduced by a municipal order and enforceable by a fine, and action for annulment of this ban brought by the applicants, active members of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Judgment


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