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Balearic Parliament protects the right to celebrate Eid: No general ban on the Feast of Sacrifice

Animal Welfare and Eid al-Adha in Mallorca

Mallorca’s debate includes animal welfare, hygiene and supervised slaughter, not just religious freedom.

Published: April 22, 2026
Balearic Parliament protects the right to celebrate Eid: No general ban on the Feast of Sacrifice

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Why does the Mallorca debate on Eid al-Adha also involve animal welfare?

Because any ritual slaughter needs to meet animal welfare standards as well as religious requirements. That is why the discussion in Mallorca includes supervision, certified facilities and proper waste handling, not just the question of freedom of religion.

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