[Crimson Dynamo]

Originally Posted by WOMBAI

I guess, when you think about it, they could hide a machine gun or two under that lot! Anyone could be under there - impedes identification.

I think they could at least do a paisley one or a neon. That is the trouble with that religion, they just will not get with the noughties.

[InOne]

Originally Posted by LeatherTrumpet

if you did then that Joanna Lumley would kick up a stink and you would regret it.

Nah, banned is for the best.

[eye sea]

Religion aside, it must be awfully hot to wear.

[InOne]

Originally Posted by eye sea

Religion aside, it must be awfully hot to wear.

Indeed in summer, wearing all black, must be awful.

[Lee.]

In my opinion, the burka isn't as much about religion as it is oppression of women and in this day and age it shouldn't be allowed whether in this country or their home countries.

[InOne]

Originally Posted by happyland

In my opinion, the burka isn't as much about religion as it is oppression of women and in this day and age it shouldn't be allowed whether in this country or their home countries.

Especially in the UK, where they have a choice. It is a dishonour to all those women who are forced to wear them.

[WOMBAI]

Originally Posted by happyland

In my opinion, the burka isn't as much about religion as it is oppression of women and in this day and age it shouldn't be allowed whether in this country or their home countries.

Couldn't agree more!

[30stone]

Just thought...

What happens if someone came into my shop with one of these on and bought somthing they had to be 18+ to buy..

And i saw their id but how would i know its them, are they allowed to remove it?

As i wouldnt sell them..

[InOne]

Originally Posted by 30stone

Just thought...

What happens if someone came into my shop with one of these on and bought somthing they had to be 18+ to buy..

And i saw their id but how would i know its them, are they allowed to remove it?

As i wouldnt sell them..

They would call you a racist, say how they were so 'hurt' 'offended' and 'traumatized' by the whole thing, then take the shop to court and try fine them. Oh and probably splash it all over the papers too.

[30stone]

Yeah but they would lose due to the fact im doing what is legally mandatory.

If you cant see them you cant sell to them

[InOne]

Originally Posted by 30stone

Yeah but they would lose due to the fact im doing what is legally mandatory.

If you cant see them you cant sell to them

That is just what would likely happen. Yeah, they would not win, but they would try make drama of anything.

[Crimson Dynamo]

they are a disgrace and we as a country should ban their use

[NettoSuperstar!]

http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisf...us-afghanistan

Interesting article from a muslim woman

and this

http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisf...stern-feminism

[Vicky.]

Originally Posted by InOne

They would call you a racist, say how they were so 'hurt' 'offended' and 'traumatized' by the whole thing, then take the shop to court and try fine them. Oh and probably splash it all over the papers too.

You know, I could actually see that happening.

'Discrimination' it would be...the shops dont ask people to remove their glasses or whatever so why ask them to remove something that covers their entire face

[InOne]

Originally Posted by VickyJ

You know, I could actually see that happening.

'Discrimination' it would be...the shops dont ask people to remove their glasses or whatever so why ask them to remove something that covers their entire face

At one time it would be laughable but now it is just ridiculous really.

[InOne]

You should read this Netto, you'd enjoy it.

[arista]

Netto is a Woman
that book may be to big.

[lily.]

arista, there's funny and then there's just downright *****.

You, my friend, are being the latter.

[Wildcat!]

Originally Posted by NettoSuperstar!

http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisf...us-afghanistan

Interesting article from a muslim woman

and this

http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisf...stern-feminism

Very good article. Somewould benefit from reading that, instead of making these stupid assumptions, and dumb scenarios.

[InOne]

Originally Posted by arista

Netto is a Woman
that book may be to big.

Cheeky arista!!!! Netto will not be happy lol Maybe she has gone to buy it!! Who knows?

[Alf]

these burka's look a lot like the same thing the klu klux klan wear, just a different coloured robe.

do exept my deepest apologie if anyone is offended by the word coloured.

[InOne]

Originally Posted by Wildcat!

Very good article. Somewould benefit from reading that, instead of making these stupid assumptions, and dumb scenarios.

Yeah don't think so mate. Bye.

[BB_Eye]

It seems a pretty stupid thing to ban. No matter what culture you are from, it is a woman's choice whether to wear the hijab or not.

[InOne]

Originally Posted by BB_Eye

It seems a pretty stupid thing to ban. No matter what culture you are from, it is a woman's choice whether to wear the hijab or not.

hijab is not a burka though is it?

[WOMBAI]

Originally Posted by Arneldo

If you are going to stop Muslim women wearing the burka, then stop catholics wearing a crucifix. Stop Jewish people wearing kippah.

I think it shows a great sign of respect, not only for themselves, but for their husbands/family, and for their religion.

Yous say it draws attention to them - well, should we ban women from wearing revealing clothes? That draws attention to them. What about banning people from wearing them bright colours tracksuit?

You can't compare wearing a burka with wearing a crucifix.

There are 3 reasons why women shouldn't wear them in Britain:

They represent the oppression of women - and Britain should not be seen to condone this.

They restrict identification - could be anyone under there - even men with weapons.

Particularly not in state institutions like schools - that are considered separate from any religious influence.

No one religion is above any of these. And if people choose to live in this country - they should abide by these rules - the same as anyone else. No exceptions.