LONDON — Prime Minister David Cameron’s office says he will investigate a lawmaker’s claim that U.S. officials prevented a British Muslim family of 11 from flying to Disneyland for a planned holiday.
Stella Creasy, a member of the opposition Labour Party, says U.S. officials gave no explanation for refusing to allow her constituents to board a flight from Gatwick Airport. She told The Guardian newspaper this is part of a larger pattern affecting British Muslims, and that a lack of information from U.S. officials is sparking resentment among Muslims.
The issue is sensitive in part because U.S. presidential contender Donald Trump has called for a temporary ban on Muslims visiting the U.S. due to concerns about extremist attacks.
Cameron’s office said he would look into the matter.
U.S. Embassy officials declined immediate comment Wednesday.
