Must not offend Hindus or Muslims. Don’t worry: still OK to offend Christians and Jews however.
British Airways takes beef off the menu to avoid offending Hindus
For decades the national dish has been a staple meal on the national carrier.
But now British Airways has taken beef off the menu for economy passengers amid concerns about its “religious restrictions”.
BA’s second-biggest long-haul market is to India, where the majority Hindu population do not eat beef because of their beliefs.
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The Hindu Council UK said: “The Hindu community will welcome this decision and the news it has been made partly because Hindus don’t eat beef.
“Hindus have a great deal of respect for British culture and are well integrated into the British way of life, so it’s good to see evidence of how they are literally flying the British flag by choosing British Airways. …
…Which reminded me of this other story…
Christian BA employee to take legal action over suspension for wearing cross
A committed Christian said today she planned to take legal action against her employers British Airways after the airline ruled that displaying her crucifix breached uniform rules
Heathrow check-in worker Nadia Eweida was sent home after refusing to remove the crucifix which breached BA’s dress code.
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It makes exceptions for Muslim and Sikh minorities by allowing them to wear hijabs and turbans.
Under rules drawn up by BA’s ‘diversity team’ and ‘uniform committee’, Sikh employees can even wear the traditional iron bangle – even though this would usually be classed as jewellery – while Muslim workers are also allowed prayer breaks during work time. … British Airways permits Muslims to wear a headscarf, Sikhs to wear a turban and other faiths religious apparel. …
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