[West Ender]

I think you have a valid point, Jambutty, but the women I used to see were not all Hindus. Muslim women were not all covered like they are now and they admit, themselves, it has become more prevalent since 9/11.

There is nothing in the Qu'ran that dictates that a woman must be hidden from view. The practice is male and culturally driven but, in this country, it is a statement of religious identity and a denial of integration. Though I am in favour of religious tolerance we must not allow ourselves to be dictated to by the religious minority.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. That's not a bad concept.