Where you can buy a face mask for public transport
ransport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced that wearing face coverings will be compulsory on public transport in England from June 15.
Those travelling on public transport in England should cover the mouth and nose and covering, with face covering including a scarf or bandanna.
Mr Shapps said that surgical masks should be kept for clinical settings if possible and that travellers should wear the kind of face covering that could be made at home.
Although this only applies in England, Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the Scottish Government was also considering making it mandatory to wear face coverings in some situations.
Scotland currently recommends wearing coverings on public transport and in shops.
In Northern Ireland, people have been told to consider wearing face covering in places where they cannot observe social distancing. In Wales, face coverings have not yet been recommended for the general public.
T3PLY and soft loop 3PLY face masks.
The chain added: “We will be increasing our range of face coverings to include reusable masks and a wider selection of disposable masks.”
Superdrug is selling a pack of 50 Termin8 disposable medical face masks for £29.99.
Wilko’s is selling filter dust mask three packs for £3.
These dust masks feature a filter, elastic headband and metal nose clamp, providing a comfortable fit.
Next is currently selling Hype Knit Face Masks for £22 for a two pack.
They either come in black or orange but stores are not open yet, so they are only available to order online.
Poundland is selling Safety Masks two-pack for £1.
Although these are ‘ideal for most DIY use’ they cover the nose and mouth and could be used for face coverings on public transport.
Wickes also has a range of dust masks for sale, which could be used as face coverings and start at £1.25 each.
Wearing face coverings will be compulsory on public transport in England from June 15.
Although this only applies in England, Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the Scottish Government was also considering making it mandatory to wear face coverings in some situations.
However, Mr Shapps said that surgical masks should be kept for clinical settings if possible and that travellers should wear the kind of face covering that could be made at home.
Those travelling on public transport should cover their mouths and noses with a scarf or bandana.