Britain has so many overweight policemen that belts large enough for 56-inch waists are becoming hard to find. One store has even sold out of the XXXL version of the belt that carries heavy equipment as well as holds up trousers. The flood of demand comes despite a nationwide drive to slim down frontline officers. Mandatory fitness tests were introduced last September and those who repeatedly fail them face the sack. Utility belts are an essential item for all officers because they are used to carry their handcuffs, baton and other tools. Yesterday it was reported that Emergency Service Supplies, a uniform supplier, had sold out of the XXXL size of their Portec SD1 duty belt.One uniform store has sold out of the XXXL version of police utility beltFlood of demand comes despite huge drive to slim down frontline officersMandatory fitness tests were introduced across the force last SeptemberPolice officers who repeatedly fail the 'relatively east' test face the sack
The company also offered outsized clothing for bulkier community support officers, supplying an _ high visibility vest alongside other duty wear in sizes up to a 56-inch chest.