The 1978 constitution of Spain declares separation of church and state, and guarantees "freedom of ideology, religion and cult of individuals and communities without any limitation in their demonstrations other than that which is necessary for the maintenance of public order protected by law."
The 1996 US State Department on Human Rights says that the government respects the right of religious freedom in practice. It notes that Roman Catholic institutions receive government support and adds that Protestant and Jewish leaders declined government offers of financial support.
The Catholic Church has desired that religion classes be taught in schools. In June 1996, the government announced that it would introduce such classes, but after opposition from the Spanish confederation of parents of students and some political parties, the plan was not implemented. The government has been seeking a compromise between the desire of the Catholic Church and the parent’s constitutional right to choose the kind of education that they want for their children.
2003 US State Department International Religious Freedom Report on Spain
Oslo Coalition on Freedom of Religion or Belief Report on Spain
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