Dispute With Brunei Over Stoning To Death
The British Government has stopped a proposed visit by Health & Safety officials after Brunei introduced laws that mean both gay sex and adultery are offences which are now punishable by "stoning to death".
The HSE (Health and Safety Executive) has commented that it called off the placement of staff in the Kingdom subsequent to staff raising concerns about the implications of visiting the South East Asian country.
At the time three HSE members of staff were expected to travel to Brunei but, after concerns were raised, it was confirmed that all links with the country would be "paused" pending a review.
Homosexuality was previously illegal in the former British protectorate, however that has now been upgraded to a capital offence. Seemingly this law only applies to Muslims. Human Rights groups across the world have reacted with horror to the decision.
Additionally Amnesty International demanded an "immediate halt" to plans for punishments. The country also allows the amputation of children's limbs for certain offences.
In response a number of British businesses have joined organisations across the globe in cutting ties with the country.
As such Transport for London removed adverts promoting tourism in Brunei. Nine hotels, of the Dorchester Collection, which is owned by the Brunei Investment Agency, have become targets for protest.
Furthermore the Financial Times cancelled an event at the Dorchester in protest against the law and celebrities including Sir Elton John, George Clooney and Ellen DeGeneres, have backed a boycott of the chain. Deutsche Bank has banned its staff from any Dorchester hotel.
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