coronavirus and avoiding a larger spike in cases. Mr Johnson said last week that stricter rules regarding face masks could be needed as the UK continues to suffer Covid-related deaths.
A spokesman said: “The prime minister has been clear that people should be wearing face coverings in shops and we will make this mandatory from July 24.”Health Secretary Matt Hancock will say anyone who fails to comply with the order, which comes into force on July 24, could face a fine of up to £100.The move contradicts Tory cabinet secretary Michael Gove, who said on Sunday that the wearing of masks should be left up to people’s common sense.
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