0021 Santa Claus Franchises Inc: A Public Statement

We the undersigned have been requested to issue the following statement on behalf of Santa Claus Franchises Inc in the light of recent serious allegations: SCI as an international organisation takes its responsibilities to the public extremely seriously, while at all times being sensitive to contemporary issues. SCI defends itself vigorously from suggestions that it projects an image of extra-terrestrial benevolence which may lead to later adverse effects of trauma, mental and physical ill-health, etc. All SCI Franchise Outlets have an authorised notice that ‘parental discrimination should be exercised at all times’. There are no similarities to the tobacco industry to be drawn in this respect. SCI will therefore contest vigorously all lawsuits for breach of agreement and failure to deliver goods as promised. SCI thus points out that the phrase, ‘And what would you like for Christmas, young man/lady? ’ does not constitute a legal promise to deliver goods as defined by law. This applies also to our website and email facility, and to telephone calls, which are at premium rate. SCI affirms that lap-dandling and possibly interpreted inappropriate touching is now forbidden in all SCI Franchise outlets. All our staff have had a criminal record check. Please confirm that you are attending an official SCI Franchise Outlet SCI defends itself vigorously against accusations of ageism, racism, colour preference, religious affiliation, and the suggestion that it is a paradigm for white colonialism. SCI points out that Single-Image Branding is an internationally accepted form of consumerism. We are however looking into alterations in our franchised brand-image in certain global cultural areas where, for instance, bounty is traditionally associated with matriarchy. The Disney Organisation is assisting us in this. SCI further points out that it repudiates accusations of pandering to consumerism and commercialism, (while these are indeed essential to a healthy economy) and points out that it is at all times sensitive to changing public requirements. SCI seeks only to serve its public and maintain the high standards of its founder. SCI vigorously defends itself against the accusation of ‘passing-off’ – trading on a deliberate confusion with the image of God The Father. This is made quite clear on the officially authorised form to be stuffed up the chimney or ventilation duct. SCI has no face-veil policy. However, metal detectors may be used at certain outlets. SCI wishes all its participants seasonal cheer and a prosperous trading year. SCI affirms its mission statement: ‘Yule Be Grateful, Ho Ho Ho’… [Published at the request of SCI Franchises Inc.]