Wearing a face mask can protect you and others.If you are 12 years or older you should wear a face mask when inside in a public place.
This includes:
- shops
- buses taxis
- hospitals or care homes
You should also wear a face mask if: - you have symptoms
- you are with someone who might have more chance of getting very sick from coronavirus (like someone with a health problem)
- when you can't take 2 steps or stay 1.5 metres apart from people you don’t know
You do not have to wear a face mask if you have a: - problems with your breathing
- serious condition that affects your face
- disability or a mental health condition.
