Sofitel has relaxed its strict dress code for female staff at the hotel where former IMF boss Dominique Strauss-Kahn allegedly sexually assaulted a chambermaid.
According to a report in The Times, female staff are now being allowed to wear trousers instead of skirts after a protest from employees.
A union official said the chain made the concession amid concern about the vulnerability of chambermaids in the wake of the claims of the 32-year-old housekeeper, who said Strauss-Kahn attacked her when she went to clean his room.
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The decision on the uniforms comes days after New York assemblyman Rory Lancman called for legislation that would ensure maids were equipped with panic buttons.
Strauss-Kahn was indicted on multiple charges including attempted rape and sexual abuse.
He posted US $1 million cash bail and a $5 million insurance bond and is under house arrest in Manhattan.
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May 30, 2011 , Vatican City State
"...that chambermaids be equipped with a panic button" ?? How about a chastity belt instead? Or, employ only really ugly maids. Or buff 6' men. There are so many ways to kneejerk...