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07
Jul 2021
Harrogate district divided over wearing face masks after July 19
The Harrogate district is divided over whether to wear a face mask once the legal requirement is lifted on July 19.
Yesterday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that wearing a face covering in shops and businesses would become a personal choice in a few weeks’ time.
But people will still be encouraged to wear them in certain circumstances.
The lifting of the requirement will come alongside the scrapping of other restrictions, including the one metre social distancing rule and the reopening of nightclubs and mass events.
The Stray Ferret asked readers on our Facebook page whether they would still continue to wear a face covering after July 19.
About 150 replied and opinion was sharply divided.
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Some said they would continue to wear masks in crowded spaces and public transport.
Danni Wilson said:
Robert Schofield said:
Alex Hero added:
However, others said it should be up to individuals to choose whether or not to wear a face covering.
Bradley Syril said:
Philippa Graham said:
Others were adamant they would not wear a face covering.
Stephen Bellamy said:
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