Friday, July 01, 2005

Saudi rulers issue 'lingerie law'

News - BBC, World Edition

Lingerie shops in the strictly conservative Muslim kingdom of Saudi Arabia have been ordered to recruit women to replace male salesmen.
At present women, who are not allowed to mix with men other than close family members outside the home, must buy underwear in shops staffed by men.

The country's labour minister said the ruling will create jobs for women.

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