Huge Change to Royal Marine Recruitment Rules Aims to Boost Numbers

The Royal Marines will now allow beards to attract more recruits, adapting to modern preferences while maintaining some grooming standards

Huge Change to Royal Marine Recruitment Rules Aims to Boost Numbers
Huge Change to Royal Marine Recruitment Rules Aims to Boost Numbers

London: The Royal Marines are shaking things up by allowing beards for the first time. This change is part of a broader effort to attract new recruits.

Top officials have decided to lift the shaving rules, but they’re keeping some limits on how long and what shape the beards can be. So, no full caveman looks!

This move follows the Army’s decision last year to let soldiers grow beards after more than a century of restrictions. Even the RAF got rid of its beard ban back in 2019.

King Charles has given his stamp of approval for this change. An insider mentioned that adapting to modern trends could really help with recruitment and retention.

While many will welcome this news, some might think it’s a sign that the Royal Marines are going “woke” or lowering their standards. But the majority seem to be on board with the idea.

Interestingly, Royal Navy sailors have never been banned from full beards, but they can’t have mustaches. The SAS and SBS have always been allowed to sport beards, too.

Of course, there are still some rules in place. For instance, troops who need to wear breathing gear, like scuba equipment, will still have to shave.

Overall, this change seems to be a positive step for the Royal Marines, showing they’re willing to adapt to the times.

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