Asda, Co-op and Costa Coffee have stated it is not their responsibility to "police customers" from July 24. This comes after Sainsbury’s this week said it will not "challenge" shoppers who choose not to wear face masks in its stores, despite it becoming a legal requirement.
Those flouting rules in England risk paying a £100 fine.However, retailers have rallied together to say they will not be policing the laws.
Asda said although it will “strongly encourage customers to wear a face covering, it is the responsibility of the relevant authorities to police and enforce the new rules.” Popular coffee chain Costa Coffee said it will not challenge customers "who enter our stores without a mask since they may have a legitimate reason as to why they.
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