Covid-19 guidance for England (updated March 2022) Masks are no longer mandatory on public transport and in shops, however, we recommend that you wear one in any enclosed public spaces where possible.
Do you have to wear a mask on the bus in Bristol?
Face coverings recommended on public transport
Face coverings are recommended on public transport and in enclosed/crowded stations where you may come into contact with other people you do not normally meet.
Are masks compulsory on buses now?
London to keep mandatory face-coverings on public transport.
Do you still have to wear a mask on a bus UK?
Face coverings on public transport, coaches, taxis and tour buses. It is strongly recommended that you wear a face covering on all forms of passenger transport and in stations, including: on all buses and coaches, including private hire vehicles and school services.
What is the fine for not wearing a mask on a bus?
TfL can now issue a fixed penalty notice of £200 for a first offence.”
Can you get fined for not wearing a mask on the bus UK?
Don’t risk getting a fine for not wearing your mask. Transport for London fined 152 people on 30 November, when mask wearing on public transport was reintroduced. A penalty which can cost up to £200, and police can impose the same amount for failing to wear a face covering in stores.
Can bus drivers ask you to wear a mask?
He and colleagues can ask people to wear masks but cannot enforce the rule.
Do you have to wear a face mask on public transport UK?
– changes to the rules from 28 February 2022
Across Britain, there is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering.
Do you still have to wear masks on trains?
This means that passengers no longer have to wear a mask on TfL services or in its stations. That includes the Tube, all London buses, the operator’s trains and trams, the London Overground and DLR services.
Can you be fined for not wearing a face mask on public transport?
Nearly 4,000 passengers were issued fines for not wearing face coverings on London’s transport network when it was mandatory to do so, new figures show. Compulsory face coverings were put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus and reinstated amid rising concerns about the Omicron variant.
How much is the fine for not wearing a mask in the UK?
How much can I be fined for not wearing a mask? In Wales, the penalty for a first offence is £60, with the fine doubling for each subsequent offence – up to a maximum of £1,920.
Do I legally have to wear a mask on TfL?
TfL intends to retain the condition of carriage requiring all customers using any TfL service or station to wear a face covering unless they are exempt. Those who do not comply could be prevented from entering the network or asked to leave TfL services.
Do you have to wear masks on school buses UK?
We have clarified that from 19 July, the government is removing the requirement to wear face coverings in law but expects and recommends that they are worn in enclosed and crowded spaces where you may come into contact with people you don’t normally meet.
Can a bus driver refuse travel?
While bus drivers can refuse entry to people without the correct fare or a valid travel pass, they are trained to use their discretion, particularly when approached by young, vulnerable people or people obviously distressed – and should never leave them stranded.”
Is it law for taxi drivers to wear a mask?
While the Government’s mandatory face covering regulations for public transport do not cover taxi and private hire drivers, on 15 June 2020 Transport for London (TfL) confirmed that it requires licensed taxi and private hire drivers to wear face coverings at all times whilst in their licensed vehicle (unless they are
Is it illegal to not wear a mask UK?
Face coverings at work
Employers can also choose to ask their staff or customers to wear a face covering, even though they are not legally required. Consider encouraging the use of face coverings by staff in crowded and enclosed spaces where they may come into contact with other people they do not normally meet.
Where do I have to wear a mask UK?
Across the UK, wearing a face mask is no longer required by law. However, in some parts of the UK, it’s still recommended that you wear one in healthcare settings, including some pharmacies.
Can I eat on the train UK?
A food and drink trolley is available on most long-distance GWR trains. They also aim to provide First Class complimentary drinks and snacks on high-speed services starting their journeys on weekdays between 06:00 and 19:30, although this is not guaranteed.
Do I have to wear a mask on trains UK?
It is no longer mandatory to wear a face covering on public transport. However, the government recommends you continue to wear one in crowded or indoor spaces where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet. Please consider wearing a face covering if the train or platform is busy.
Are masks mandatory on Ryanair flights?
It is mandatory to wear a face mask/covering at all times in the airport and on board your flight. You may also be required to have your temperature checked at the airport, prior to security. If you do not pass this temperature check you will not be permitted to travel on public health grounds.
Do you have to wear a mask on a TfL bus?
As the Government’s ‘Plan B’ restrictions are lifted and regulations are relaxed across England from Thursday 27 January, Transport for London (TfL) is reminding customers that face coverings remain a requirement to be worn on its services.