Outcry over veil comments by Britain's Straw - Euronews.net

A British cabinet minister has triggered anger in the Muslim community by saying it would be better if women did not wear veils that cover their faces. Writing in a local newspaper, ex-Foreign Minister Jack Straw described the veil as a "visible statement of separation and difference." And, despite the outcry, he is standing by his comments. "I respect people's religious decisions but I am concerned both about direct communication with people when they come to see me and also concerned about the ...