Masks Wearing masks will become voluntary everywhere apart from hospitals and other health facilities from July 19 in England. Public transport passengers, shoppers and those visiting pubs, restaurants, cinemas and theatres will no longer be required by law to cover up. It said that while measures were 'under review' people could still be expected to wear masks on public transport and in shops. Some scientific experts have called for the rules on wearing face masks in shops and on public transport to be retained. It wants some restrictions, such as wearing face masks in enclosed spaces, to remain in place beyond July 19.

Source: Daily Mail July 05, 2021 07:33 UTC