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Thread #146699   Message #3404382
Posted By: wyrdolafr
14-Sep-12 - 04:16 AM
Thread Name: BS: 'NoTravellers'common UK sign?
Subject: RE: BS: 'NoTravellers'common UK sign?
I'm still unsure as to how pubs, cinemas, restaurants &c would know anyone was a Traveller or not in the first place unless they rolled-up with a caravan/horse and cart/similar.

It's been mentioned on this thread that they *are* identifiable with regards to looks but I find that claim a bit spurious if only because whilst some talented individuals may have that knack, I very much doubt that the general population have the ability to positively identify someone in such a way. The police - who are meant to be especially discriminatory towards Travellers - certainly don't have that knack if IC codes are anything to go by. A quick google of images of Travellers show they're as diverse as the rest of us. I could pass TV 'celebrity' Travellers the street and not pick them out.

So, how exactly are they getting identified?