However, nine in ten have backed the introduction of the new piece of the uniform.
Some Garda members say the new baseball caps could command less authority and make them feel physically smaller.
However, nine in ten have backed the introduction of the new piece of the uniform.
But former Garda Assistant Commissioner for Dublin, Dr. Pat Leahy, says he has concerns over how the caps will affect public perception of the force.

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