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Museum covers up Egyptian mummies

Updated on 22 May 2008

Source PA News

Egyptian mummies on display in a museum have been covered up to preserve their modesty.

Manchester Museum has covered up the mummies while it holds a consultation on the display of human remains.

A museum spokeswoman admitted that the decision had sparked accusations of political correctness.

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