TRAINEE lawyers have been told to avoid the phrase “falling on deaf ears” — because it could offend clients who are hard of hearing.
An online guide for University of Law students also warns against “non-inclusive language” such as manpower, housewife, policeman or hysterical.
Trainee barristers and solicitors are also urged to avoid using any pronouns in legal documents.
The university has 16,000 students on campuses in Birmingham, London, Bristol and Sheffield.
The woke guide states: “You’ll likely already have a good idea of what to avoid.
“If it’s going to have a detrimental result, then it’s simply best to avoid it.”
It goes on: “You’ll soon learn to recognise words and phrases — such as falling on deaf ears — that may cause offence and substitute them for more inclusive alternatives.
“If you’re hoping to work in the profession, you’ll need to ensure the language you use is not only clear and legally solid, but also inclusive.”
Tory MP Mark Francois said: “Wokery is on the march.”
At University College London, students have been told to not call people vulnerable.
The University of Law said it had offered “suggestions on respectful language”.
