UK Immigration Service Parka

Home Office Issue Parka

This navy parka was issued to the UK Immigration Service, the Home Office branch that staffed Britain's ports and borders. It is a long, thigh-length outer layer built for officers working outdoors at docks, airports and checkpoints, with a tall collar, a covered front and room for kit in the pockets. Collectors of British uniform get an authentic piece of government issue. Anyone else gets a hard-wearing navy work coat with plenty of practical storage.

Features

• Two-Way Front Zip — The main zip has sliders at both ends, so you can open the hem to sit or reach a belt without unzipping the whole coat.
• Snap-Fastened Storm Flap — A wide outer placket closes over the zip with press studs to keep wind and rain off the closure.
• High Stand-Up Collar — The tall collar zips up to cover the neck and lower face in bad weather.
• Hook-And-Loop ID Panels — A strip of hook-and-loop fastener (the Velcro-type system) on the back and on the chest pocket holds the Home Office UK Immigration Service name panels, which can be removed.
• Clear Chest Window — A transparent pocket on the right chest displays a warrant card or ID without taking it out.
• Chest Mounting Tab — A black mounting point on the left chest is placed for a radio or similar clip-on equipment.
• Large Flapped Cargo Pockets — Two deep lower pockets with pull-tab flaps carry gloves, notebooks and other daily kit.
• Vertical Zip Openings — Zipped slits on each side of the chest give access through the outer shell.
• Adjustable Cuffs — Tab closures at the wrists tighten the sleeves around gloves or bare hands.
• Snap Side Vents — Press-stud vents at the lower side seams open for easier movement or close for a sealed hem.

Government Issue Detail

The coat is cut long in a dark navy shell, with a back yoke and a reinforced shoulder area. The rear name panel reads "Home Office UK Immigration Service" in white on a reflective-bordered grey tab, and a smaller version sits on the chest pocket. Because both panels attach with hook and loop, you can wear the parka with or without the service insignia showing.