NPCC says next generation body armour will tackle weight issue

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NPCC says next generation body armour will tackle weight issue

The next generation of body armour will be designed to alleviate the problems highlighted by the Police Federation says the NPCC.

CC Simon Cole

Date - 25th June 2021
By - Chris Smith

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The NPCC revealed it is now working with the government’s defence scientists to set the procurement rules so the next generation of armour solves the issues raised. As part of its wellbeing week, the Police Federation had warned that officers...

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