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New line of ethnic and female-friendly uniforms displayed in England. Headscarves are among items the fire service hopes will attract more minorities.
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Excerpts from a BBC articleNew firefighter uniforms, which include the option of a full-length skirt, hijab headscarf and a turban, have been launched.
Ministers said the new clothing was not only safer, but had been designed for an ethnically diverse workforce.
It is hoped the grey and red uniforms will encourage “the widest possible range of people” to apply to join the fire service.
Fire brigades across England will have the option to purchase the uniforms.
As well as being designed to reflect religious and cultural sensitivities, the new range also includes maternity and sportswear as well as more formal uniforms for fire-safety visits.
