The National Police Agency (NPA) is preparing to launch an online survey to allow its police officers to choose the design of their future uniforms.
The last time there were any changes made to Taiwan's police officer uniforms was in 1988.
Front-line officers have expressed both excitement and nerves over what their new uniform will look like, with some hoping it will signal a new beginning.
Local media cited police officers as largely holding optimistic attitudes regarding the change. Some said they thought the current design was outdated. Others worried that the design could be changed to such an extent that the general public would fail to recognize their status.
Regulations governing police uniforms were passed in the Legislature in April last year. The NPA's statement indicated that it would like to see attractive and durable uniforms.
Aside from discussions within agency ranks, an online survey will also be released for front-line officers to fill out. Students currently studying at the Taiwan Police College are also eligible to express their opinions.
NPA Chief Chen Kuo-en (陳國恩) previously said in a post on his Facebook page that the approach was aimed at ensuring that the new uniforms would meet the needs of officers.
A senior police officer who had been on the force for 30 years told local media that revamping the uniforms was a "huge undertaking."
The design should take into consideration officers from different departments as well as the local weather, the officer said.
The officer added that the process should not only be viewed from the perspective of Taipei, but should also consider the suggestions and requirements of officers from every part of Taiwan.
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