Religious Councils

Ashdod checks uncover invalid mezuzahs and tefillin

Ashdod mezuzah and tefillin inspection campaign finds erased words, damaged letters, in alarming quantity of parchments.

In first reading

Watered down 'Rabbis Law' approved by the Knesset

Knesset approves by a majority of 52 to 38 a watered version of the "Rabbis Law" which seeks to make changes in the budgeting of the religious councils.

Where is it easiest to register for marriage?

Report shows marriage registration at the Religious Council is easiest in Tel Aviv.

Justice Ministry demands more women in religious councils

New directive outlines minimal representation of women on councils, says at least 1/3 of of council members must be women.

Attorney-General to Religious Councils: Hire more women

New directive requires municipal Religious Councils to ensure that at least 30% of members are women.

Religious Councils Told: Fly Flag

Deputy Religions Minister instructs Councils to fly flag for Memorial Day and Independence Day.