Female Muslim gardaí will be permitted to wear headscarves under new rules due to be announced by Garda Commissioner Drew Harris. Mr Harris has sanctioned alterations to the garda uniform code to allow the incorporation of certain items of clothing relating to religious groups. The newly-sanctioned garments will be supplied by the Garda and will come in the standard blue colour to match the rest of the garda uniform. An Garda Síochána has identified such matters as a major barrier to some people considering becoming a Garda member.”Mr Harris added: “We hope that this will encourage people from minority communities to join An Garda Síochána. We want to demonstrate to them that An Garda Síochána is an inclusive employer that is serious about becoming more diverse.”

Source: The Irish Times April 03, 2019 17:48 UTC