Humanists cannot be excluded from Standing Advisory Councils for Religious Education
from Religion Media Centre:
The High Court has ruled that local authorities cannot exclude humanist representatives from their Standing Advisory Councils for Religious Education (SACREs).
The ruling followed a case brough by humanist Steve Bowen, who challenged Kent County council for refusing him a place on the grounds that he did not represent a religion. SACREs are responsible for reflecting the principal religious traditions in the area and the judgment states their role is about tolerance and pluralism in society.
In a commentary on the case, Law Professor Russell Sandberg says this is a significant step forward and highlights how the protection of non-religious beliefs continues to be controversial and lacking in clarity.
Read his commentary here: “Humanism and religious instruction in schools: the landmark case of Bowen” in Law & Religion UK, 30 May 2023
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