Visible Religious Symbols: European Court Ruling Debate
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Matthew Offord
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Visible Religious Symbols: European Court Ruling
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Mr Speaker
Extraordinary self-effacement; the hon. Gentleman is setting a very dangerous precedent.
Dr Matthew Offord (Hendon) (Con)
Although the judgment applies to men and women, does the Minister agree that it sends an appalling message, particularly to Muslim women in places such as my constituency? Will she reassure me that she will take tangible action to reassure specific faith communities that the United Kingdom certainly will not go down this route?