a the British army After years of discussion Lifts the century-old ban on beardsa “restriction” imposed on British soldiers that has been in place for more than a hundred years, writes A POLITICO.
The lifting of the beard ban comes after the military conducted a months-long review of its personal appearance policy, which previously allowed only mustaches. The paper knows that III. King Charles, British politicians and the United Kingdom's military allies were also consulted about the decision.
The vast majority eventually decided that it was time for a change and that the military should allow soldiers to grow beards
– said British Sergeant Paul Carney.
Under the decision, officers and soldiers serving in the British Army are now allowed to grow beards. Regardless, they must maintain a professional appearance and adhere to specific beard appearance guidelines.
The policy came into effect on Friday to allow those on Easter leave to start growing facial hair immediately.
At the same time, the beard may sometimes need trimming if the process requires it.
With this change, Britain joins the armies of Denmark, Germany and Belgium, among other countries, which already allow their soldiers to grow beards.
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