Several posts circling online claim that Spain will soon introduce halal menus in its school canteens. Is there any truth to this?
Conor Faulkner - conor.faulkner@thelocal.com
Updated: Thu 14 May 2026 12:16 CET
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Rumours have been spreading online claiming that Spain has overhauled its school lunches to accommodate for Muslim eating practices. (Photo by Loic VENANCE / AFP)
Several posts circling online claim that Spain will soon introduce halal menus in its school canteens. Is there any truth to this?
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