An autistic man who was told he was not allowed to bring his rescue cat into a Sainsbury store has taken the supermarket giant to court. Ian Fenn, 51, was diagnosed with autism two years ago and says he needs his rescue cat, Chloe, to stop him from feeling "overwhelmed" and "anxious".
However, in March, the web designer and his furry friend were asked to leave a Sainsbury's store in South London for hygiene reasons. Ian says he is allowed in other supermarkets and he has tried to convince Sainsbury's to let him take Chloe into stores.
Sainsbury’s, which welcomes assistance dogs, argues that cats pose a food hygiene risk but has asked its environmental health team to try to find a solution. Mr Fenn looks set for a court showdown with the supermarket giant which could set a new legal precedent.
