Latest PC Madness: British Airways takes beef off the menu to avoid
offending Hindus
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For decades the national dish has been a staple meal on the national
carrier.
But now British Airways has taken beef off the menu for economy
passengers amid concerns about its "religious restrictions".
The airline has instead switched to a fish pie or chicken dish option
for the so-called "cattle class" passengers.
BA's second-biggest long-haul market is to India, where the majority
Hindu population do not eat beef because of their beliefs.
The decision to scrap the nation's favourite fare was described as a
"great shame" by the English Beef and Lamb Executive, formerly part of
the Meat and Livestock Commission.
A spokesman said: "It is regrettable that Britain's flag carrier is not
proposing to serve Britain's national dish.
"It is a meal we are rightly proud of. Roast beef and beefeaters are
symbols or Britain used to promote tourism.
