Covid-19 (Next Steps)

Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament at on 9 July 2020.

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Photo of Jeremy Balfour Jeremy Balfour Conservative

The First Minister will be aware that all deaf people, including those who use sign language, need to be able to see people’s faces. Will she ensure that all transport providers and shop owners are aware that they should not wear a face mask when dealing with someone who has a hearing issue, so that they can communicate clearly with them? Will she make sure that all NHS care workers have clear face masks, to enable easy lip reading?