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Confusion over masks policy after UK minister says they should not be compulsory - BBC News

Two days after Boris Johnson signalled a stricter approach to face coverings in England, one of his most senior ministers has said he believes they should not be made compulsory in shops.

Michael Gove, the Cabinet Office Minister, said he trusted people's common sense and that it was “good manners” to wear a mask in a shop.

Labour has called for clarity. With the government also urging people to get back to work if they can - here's our business correspondent Katy Austin

Currently masks are mandatory on public transport in England. In compulsory they must also be worn in shops. In Wales the policy is that it's recommended face coverings be used wherever social distancing is difficult.

Mishal Husain presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Business Correspondent Katie Austen and Medical Correspondent Fergus Walsh.

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