EXMOUTH town neighbourhood police have been sporting new dark blue epaulets and dark blue ties in line with new uniform changes which come into force from April.

EXMOUTH town neighbourhood police have been sporting new dark blue epaulets and dark blue ties in line with new uniform changes which come into force from April.

From the April 1 all officers and PCSOs on front line duties will wear black shirts, which will replace the traditional white shirt and black tie.

PC Mat Helm said: "Whilst some may argue that its tradition, it brings in line with the new national police uniform.

"The new stab/ ballistic vests we wear are compulsory and the white cotton shirts are not comfortable underneath.