The government could change the rules around mask wearing next month, the health secretary has told Sky News.
Matt Hancock said ministers"haven't ruled that out" as part of step four of England's roadmap for easingThe wearing of face coverings in a range of settings, including in shops and on public transport, has been required since last summer.He said ministers would publish guidance on close personal conduct."It depends on people's circumstances.
"We will set out really clearly the risks. People understand the risks - we know that - and we'll make that very, very plain and then people can exercise their own personal responsibility." He added:"Grandparents, sometimes for the first time in over a year, will be able to be close to their grandchildren, but taking into account the individual risk of catching this disease which differs according to circumstances."
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