No Pissing in the Wind in London

Well, as long as it's not in the direction of Mecca.

Seems that London's Olympic Park toilets to be built in preparation for the next games in 2012 will turn away from Mecca out of respect for Islamic law

Story:-

Toilet facilities are being built at London's Olympic Park so Muslims will not have to face Mecca while sitting on the loo. The Olympic Delivery Authority has said it wants to produce an ideal venue for people of all cultures, faiths, ages and abilities for the 2012 Games and beyond.

The Islamic religion prohibits Muslims from facing the Kiblah - the direction of prayer - when they visit the lavatory.

An ODA spokeswoman confirmed that a 'percentage of general toilets would not face Mecca' out of sensitivity.

She could not say how many toilets would turn away from the East.

...Last year, thousands of pounds of taxpayers' money was used to ensure toilets at Brixton prison in London did not offend Islamic law...

And if you are having trouble about finding your way, use this:-




(Kippah tip: CR)