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Police add a hijab into their uniform

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The New Zealand Police have introduced a hijab into their official uniform.

The move is hoped to encourage more Muslim women to join.

A spokesperson said they aimed to create an “inclusive” service reflecting the country’s “diverse community”.

Other forces such as the Metropolitan Police in London and Police Scotland offer the option of a uniform hijab.

In the UK, the Metropolitan Police in London approved a uniform hijab in 2006 with Police Scotland following in 2016. In Australia, Maha Sukkar of Victoria Police wore a hijab in 2004.

New Zealand Police said work to develop the hijab for its uniform began in late 2018 in response to a request from police staff who visited secondary schools.

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