US ‘bars Muslim family from flight’

British PM David Cameron. Picture: AP Photo/ Virginia Mayo

British PM David Cameron. Picture: AP Photo/ Virginia Mayo

Published Dec 23, 2015

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London - Prime Minister David Cameron’s office says he will investigate a lawmaker’s claim that US officials prevented a British Muslim family from flying to Disneyland for a planned holiday.

Stella Creasy, a member of the opposition Labour Party, says US officials gave no explanation for refusing to allow her constituents to board a flight from Gatwick Airport.

She told The Guardian newspaper this is part of a larger pattern affecting British Muslims, and that a lack of information from US officials is sparking resentment among Muslims.

The issue is sensitive in part because US presidential contender Donald Trump has called for a temporary ban on Muslims visiting the US due to concerns about extremist attacks.

Cameron’s office said he would look into the matter.

US Embassy officials declined immediate comment on Wednesday.

AP

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