[Withano]

Originally Posted by Vicky.

How far did they have to walk to a new bakers? To Timbuktu? How many days off work for the distress of not eating some cake

(I agree the bakers are in the wrong btw..just find it all a bit ridiculous and kind of agree that I can't see anyone kicking up a fuss if the bakers were Hindi or Muslim or something)

I think the story would have definitely been shared if the bakers were muslim, I think the outrage would have lasted a lot longer.

I just think, bottom line.. dont go in to public service if youre not prepared to serve all of the public. Expect a fine if you are likely to discriminate against certain groups for whatever reason.

But also, to give credit to your side of the argument, I wouldnt be surprised if the judge used the couple to make an example of them and their crime. The story was already very public before the fine, and the large figure would definitely send a message to lots of business owners. Maybe there was more depth to the judges decision.