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Originally Posted by Brillopad

Ok what did your comments about British soldiers learning Arabic mean then, because it came across to me as a dig at the soldiers. Please correct me if I am wrong.

It was a dig at hypocrites who might think it is vital for people to learn English before coming to England, but would also suggest that it isnt vital for British soldiers to learn Arabic. When in reality they can both fulfill their job without learning the language, so it is unnecessary.

Soldiers was the example I used, it can be stretched out to British holiday reps, journalists, TEFL teachers, dancers and actors too. Language comprehension just isnt needed for some jobs and its ridiculous to claim it is, especially if it only works one way.