Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Bow
Woman police officer in updated uniform, London
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Woman police officer in updated uniform, London
Woman police officer in the updated uniform introduced in 1977, with a range of mix and match options, and the checkered cravat replacing the bow tie. The new style of hat, nicknamed the Butcher Boy, was not popular, and women soon reverted to the earlier Surrey hat, as seen here. Date: circa late 1970s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20161591
© etropolitan Police Authority/Bubblepunk
Belt Breasted Buttons Caps Check Checked Checkered Checks Constable Cravat Duty Employment Equality Handbag Handbags Match Metropolitan Optional Peaked Policewoman Policewomen Range Skirt Stockings Surrey Tights Uniforms Updated Officers Rights
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Police
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Bow
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Surrey
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> London
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images July 2020
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the image of a woman police officer in her updated uniform from the late 1970s, as seen in this print from Mary Evans Prints Online. The introduction of the new uniform in 1977 marked a significant step towards gender equality in the Metropolitan Police Force, with a range of mix and match options that included a checkered cravat instead of the traditional bow tie. However, the new style of hat, nicknamed the "Butcher Boy," was not well-received, and women soon reverted to the earlier Surrey hat, as shown in this image. The woman in the photograph wears a single-breasted jacket with buttons, a belt, and a peaked cap adorned with checks. Her uniform also includes a skirt, stockings, or tights, and she carries a handbag. The woman's confident and smiling demeanor exudes a sense of duty and professionalism, reflecting the important role of policewomen in British society during the 1970s. This photograph is a testament to the progress made towards gender equality in employment, particularly in the field of law enforcement.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
