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I agree that Religious Beliefs are aforefront in cases such as these; but surely the driver merely has to tell the passenger this. I have a severe alergy to fur - cats, dogs, rabbits etc and carry a Medical Certificate and LO card to state that I don't have to carry Guide Dogs. I have had this transposed into brail so as a very quick explanation can be given. Given that I drive both an E7 and a standard saloon and I will allow animals to travel in the rear of the E7 and have a similar card that states that all access to the driver has been closed due to allergy.

Back tot he reason that I made this post I think that this driver has got off lightly as he has offered no explanation at all - except a dislike of dogs!

The practice of not wearing a helmet affects no one but oneself. Refusing to take a disabled person because they have a working dog is discrimination and as such is against the law. By law, the only reason for not carrying a dog, is on medical grounds. I would have thought that was quite clear.

If religious groups wish to change the legislation then they know how to go about it but I would have thought the Government had already taken religion into account when they drafted the legislation.

Regards

JD

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As you say, it is quite clear.

My post was simply to alert people who may not have been aware of the situation vis-a-vis muslims and dogs.

A refusal may not be simple bloody-mindedness but adherance to a religious duty that is not recognised in UK law.

As such I can see that a 7 day ban may well be proportionate, rather than inadequate.

Presumably all factors were considered when this was decided.

Turban wearing might affect others:-
I can see a situation where a turban fails to save the life of a motorcyclist where a helmet would have. The other person involved in an accident goes through life with the knowledge of having killed someone. Somewhat more serious than being refused by a taxi for having a guide dog, though I am certainly not advocating that position.

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Our safety is Paramount

So religious teachings now negate statute law?

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IDFIMH

If someones religion prevents them from doing the job properly perhaps they are in the wrong job.

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Grandad,

My sentiments exactly, and as for the seven days i personally think that was about right, maybe even a tad on the harsh side

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Legal and proud

Loads a love from BERTIE !!

Absolutely. Everyone is aware of the DDA.
If a religious teaching means you cannot comply then you should find an occupation in which you can, without flauting the law.
Can a catholic refuse to drive someone to a family planning or abortion clinic? No.
Can a Mormon refuse a fare to the pub? No.

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No not negate at all, the law is the law but all I am saying is that there are many different reasons why someone may break a law.
Adherence to a religious belief is somewhat more understandable than a refusal because the driver can't be bothered cleaning up dog hairs afterwards.

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Our safety is Paramount

It's a good point you make, but maybe not being able to do 0.1% of a job should not be a reason for having to quit entirely.

A seven day loss of earnings would have been a strong penalty to pay.

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Our safety is Paramount

Errrrm just where do you lot operate??? Refusing a fare because of a giude dog should be an AUTO 3 / 6 MONTH BAN! Round here to refuse such a fare you'll be up b4 comittee

I'm not sure that's quite right for a first time offender.

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IDFIMH

Maybe there should be a question asked when someone applies for their badge regarding this. the licensing officer would then be able to make a decision as to weather the applicant is a "fit and proper person" to be given a badge in the first place.

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Grandad,

In london you must take assistance dogs, is does not matter what religion you are, the only exemption is a pre defined medical condition.
I bet he worked the seven days anyway, how can a LA enforce a 7 day driving ban?.

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stressed controller!!!

By giving his details to the Police and hoping that they caught him working is he were - no insurance for starters!

I think thats a good idea it would be interesting to explore the finer points of having such a question on a license application form.

Regards

JD

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