Police force to issue compasses to point Muslims to Makkah

01Jul2009 Daily Telegraph

Norfolk Police Authority in England are planning to issue all Muslim prisoners with compasses so they can be confident they are facing towards the Holy City of Makkah when they pray. "Insp Colin Williamson said: "We have responsibilities to ensure that everyone detained has their specific needs met whether they are unable to read, visually impaired or a vulnerable young person. Whereever possible custody staff facilitate any reasonable request in respect of religious considerations.'"

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