British juror arrested after listening to music under hijab

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	British juror arrested after listening to music under hijab

jonhatespigeons

7-9-2007 4:29 PM

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juror, hijab, veil row, uk

jonhatespigeons says:

I imagine this will add substantial fuel to the recent rows over Muslims wearing veils while undertaking certain roles. I hope equally that not all Muslims end up being tarred by the same brush.

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