Masks become compulsory in shops in a week

Wearing masks on public transport has been mandatory since June 15 and the new rules put England in line with Scotland and other European countries seriously affected by the virus, such as France, Spain and Italy.

We asked Express readers what they thought of the decision on our Facebook page.

Danielle Monden said: From someone who has their own business in Wakefield I personally think this will be the final nail in the coffin in killing the High Street. No one will want to come out shopping wearing a mask.

“I completely understand why this may be necessary but from a business side of things I think it will have a negative effect.”

Nathan Sheffield said: “If it’s going to potentially stop another outbreak of the virus then I’m all for it!”