Transport – in the House of Commons at on 2 July 2020.
What assessment his Department has made of the level of compliance of public transport users with the requirement to wear a face covering.
We are working closely with transport operators and the police to monitor compliance. Initial reports from operators suggest very high compliance.
Wearing a face covering is an easy way to help protect us all from coronavirus, especially in more confined spaces such as public transport. Will my right hon. Friend join me in urging my constituents in Bexleyheath and Crayford to make that small change which can help us to control the virus and save lives?
My right hon. Friend is right about the importance of face coverings. We have seen very high levels of compliance. According to the Office for National Statistics, on the week of