The Knesset plenum confirmed a decision on Monday to call on
the High Court "to avoid becoming involved in value-based,
halachic, ideological or political issues."
The decision was passed by a majority of 14 to 10. The motion
was supported by Shas, United Torah Judaism, the National
Union and the Likud. MKs from One Israel, Hadash, the Center
Party and Shinui voted against the decision.
The motion, drafted by the UTJ faction, carried following a
debate in the plenum about "the legal system, law enforcement
and the interview in the Ha'aretz Weekend Magazine
with Professor Ruth Gavison."
The Knesset appealed to the High Court to distance itself
from any involvement in the Knesset's legislative work and
the status quo in religious matters that has existed since
the establishment of the state.
