In Brief (Press, 24 May 1989)
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Summary: In Brief (Press, 24 May 1989)
On 24 May 1989, the British Government issued a hygiene warning in response to increasing food poisoning incidents. Authorities stressed the importance of proper food handling practices, urging cooks to wash their hands, thoroughly cook food, and avoid raw eggs. In an effort to combat the rise in reported cases of food poisoning, which raised public concerns over the safety of various food products including eggs, cheese, and ready meals, the government launched a £750,000 campaign. This initiative aims to distribute 10 million copies of a detailed leaflet titled "Food Safety: A guide from Her Majesty’s Government" in supermarkets and doctors’ surgeries, emphasising essential food hygiene measures. In a related concern about animal welfare, campaigners have called for the establishment of a Ministry for Dogs to address issues within the puppy trade. The rise of "puppy supermarkets," which sell dogs to dealers at inflated prices, has prompted organisations such as the R.S.P.C.A., the Kennel Club, and veterinary professionals to collaborate on a report advocating for government legislation to curb this exploitative trade. They highlight the frequently poor quality of the animals being sold and stress the need for regulatory measures. In a separate incident, a tragic accident involving a vintage DC3 aircraft in Illinois resulted in the death of Karen Ulane, a pilot who gained attention in 1981 after suing Eastern Air Lines. Ulane claimed she was dismissed from her position due to her sex change surgery, having previously operated as Kenneth Ulane. Despite her groundbreaking case, she lost the lawsuit after the Supreme Court declined to reverse a lower court’s ruling against her. Ulane, aged 48, and two other crew members were killed in the crash, as confirmed by the De Kalb county coroner.
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