22 September 2013

London schools forcing pupils to wear burkas, with 'appropriate punishments for incorrect uniform'

Two London schools were today revealed to be enforcing strict dress codes that force pupils to wear burkas.

The Madani Girls School in Whitechapel and the Ayesha Siddiqa Girls School in Southall require all students to dress in Islamic clothing.

Both of the independent, fee-paying schools make clear that pupils who fail to abide by the rules will be disciplined and face being sent home in disgrace. [Evening Standard, 18 September] Read more