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April 3,
Diversity guidelines for the police

Police officers in Scotland have been given a new "diversity handbook" advising them how to avoid offensive faux pas when dealing with members of the public. The advice in the 140-page guide includes:- Do not move people's walking sticks or lean on people's wheelchairs.Don't finish stutterer's sentences.Be aware that it is legal for members of […]

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June 20,
Brainstorming

Apparently the word brainstorming has been banned by several councils in the UK. Seemingly it is considered offensive to people with brain disorders such as epilepsy as well those with brain tumours or brain injuries. Perhaps it's more offensive to people without a brain. Namely the no-brainers that have banned its use.

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