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British woman let off after mall dress row |
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6 August 2010 |
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A British woman was questioned after stripping down to her bikini and walking through a mall, although she was not charged, a police official said.
The woman, believed to be a tourist, was criticised by an Emirati woman for wearing skimpy clothes at The Dubai Mall.
In response, the British woman stripped to her bikini and proceeded to walk through the shopping centre. She was briefly detained by mall security and later questioned by the police, although she was not formally arrested, a police official confirmed.
Signs are up at the entrance of The Dubai Mall indicating appropriate dress codes for customers.
A spokesperson of The Dubai Mall said in a statement: "The Dubai Mall is committed to ensuring the social and cultural morals of the UAE and encourages visitors to respect the country's cultural sensitivities.
"We cooperated with the necessary authorities in managing the recent event that took place at the mall."
Simon Goldsmith, spokesman for British Embassy in Dubai, said that a confidentiality agreement meant that he could not offer further details on the case.
"We are aware of the case and offering consular assistance," he said.
A source at the UK Foreign Office said they were aware the woman had been released.
"You should respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions at all times, and be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend other cultures or religious beliefs," a statement on the UK Foreign Office website warns.
"Women should dress modestly when in public areas, such as shopping malls. Clothes should cover the tops of the arms and legs, and underwear should not be visible.
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Source: beta.thehindu.com |
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