Yorkshire Post

To go to the shops then?:

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What are the rules on wearing masks in England now?:

People are no longer required by law to wear face coverings in certain settings now the remaining restrictio­ns in England have been lifted. But the latest guidance, issued last week, says the Government “expects and recommends” masks to be worn by workers and customers in crowded, enclosed spaces such as public transport.

Does this mean that people do not need to carry masks with them any more?: It is probably best not to be too quick to throw away your mask. Health leaders, local politician­s, shop bosses and transport chiefs have all said that they will continue to require or encourage people to wear face coverings. This means that face coverings may be required in some premises, on some bus and train services, hospitals and GP surgeries.

Do people still need masks

Last Wednesday supermarke­t chain Sainsbury’s said it would encourage all customers to continue wearing face coverings from July 19 if they can. Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Morrisons and Waitrose also came out to say they will encourage customers and staff to continue wearing masks in their supermarke­ts from when restrictio­ns ease. Staff and customers at Waitrose and John Lewis have also been recommende­d to continue wearing masks but the John Lewis Partnershi­p said it will ultimately be up to individual judgment.

How about public transport?: Face coverings will continue to be compulsory in some locally operated public transport spaces. People in West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire will have to continue wearing face masks in bus stations operated by the

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