Shoppers and people using public transport across the country will be forced to wear a face covering again from Tuesday as part of strict new guidance.
Police will be given the power to fine anyone not complying with the rules between £200 and £6,400. Face coverings must be worn on trains, buses and tubes and in shops, banks and post offices - but hospitality venues remain excluded. READ MORE: You could face a huge fine for refusing to wear masks in shops and on public transport from tomorrow The news comes over fears of the new Omicron variant of Coronavirus, of which there are currently 11 confirmed cases in the country.
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