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Sunday, March 24, 1974
NEW WINTER UNFIROM FOR FIREMEN
Hong Kong's firemen will take on a swarter lock next Winter
with the introduction of a new style uniform.
The present, rather uncomfortable looking high necked tunic
is to be replaced by a double-breasted, open necked, reefer style jacket,
with six chrome buttons and matching trousers. The material, good
quality Indigo Barathea, replaces the rough serge now used. A blue
cotton shirt and black tie will also be worn.
A Fire Services spokesman said today that there had been
no change in the style of firemen's uniforms for more than 50 years,
"It is felt that the new uniform will be more in keeping with
the times," he said,
Note to Editors: Copies of a photograph of the new uniforms
are boxed for collection.
Release time: 2.30 p.m.
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