If you have children over 11 years old, please be aware of the new guidance.
In accordance with Government advice, face coverings must be worn by children and young people aged 11 and over on all transport to secondary school or college, whether that’s public transport or a dedicated transport service.
This does not apply to those who are exempt from wearing a face covering. For example some young people may have certain medical conditions that make them exempt, may need to be able to lip-read in order to communicate, and some young people with special educational needs may be distressed if the people around them wear face coverings.
Please refer to the Government’s guidance to find out who is exempt from wearing a face covering.
The Government has classed a face covering as ‘a covering of any type which covers your nose and mouth’. This includes reusable or single-use face coverings, or a scarf, bandana, religious garment or hand-made cloth covering as long as these fit securely round the side of the face.
For more information, please refer to the Government’s guidance.