EXPLANATORY NOTE
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations require members of the public to wear face coverings whilst inside a relevant place specified in the Regulations, or whilst using public transport (such as buses, trains, the London Underground, trams, aircraft and water taxis) in England, to protect against the risks to public health arising from coronavirus, except in certain limited cases. They also require businesses in places where wearing a face covering is required to display notices giving information about that requirement, and prohibit persons carrying on business in specified locations from preventing anyone from wearing a face covering, except in limited circumstances.
The Regulations cease to have effect at the end of 20th December 2021.
No regulatory impact assessment has been prepared for these Regulations.
An Explanatory Memorandum has been published alongside this instrument at www.legislation.gov.uk.