Experts claim that the coverings can help stop the spread of coronavirus as they trap droplets created when people sneeze or cough. It is now mandatory to wear them on public transport and travellers will be asked to wear them whilst flying abroad. The safety guidelines have been issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Crucially, many people may not know that travellers should change their mask every four hours. At Gatwick Airport, face mask vending machines has been introduced which sell four masks for £3.

Source: Daily Mirror July 01, 2020 15:36 UTC