Visors alone no longer considered adequate for protection
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From tomorrow wearing a visor alone will not be permitted in Scotland. instead a face covering must also be worn.
During her statement this afternoon, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said this change to the rules was based on the latest scientific evidence.
She explained: "At the moment, the use of face coverings is mandatory in shops and on public transport.
"And we are very satisfied that the vast majority of people are complying with those requirements, and I want to thank the public for that.
"When it comes to other enclosed spaces, we currently advise people to wear face coverings.
"But we have not made it mandatory.
"However, as come further out of lockdown, the risks are.
"More people are out and about, more places have reopened and more people are gathering together.
"So as a precautionary measure, I am announcing today that we are expanding the range of indoor premises where people must wear a face covering.
"From tomorrow, that list will include venues like libraries, museums, and places of worship.
"You’ll be able to find more detail on exactly which kinds of premises are covered, on the Scottish Government website.
"I can also confirm today that we are updating our guidance on face visors. Based on the latest scientific evidence, we are not convinced that a face visor on its own provides sufficient protection – to the wearer or to others. So again from tomorrow, if a visor is worn it must be accompanied by another type of face covering.
These changes will help to reduce some of the risks that people face, and they are not any of them being made lightly. However, it’s important to remember that face coverings are just one additional form of protection. We still must observe all of the other public health guidelines.
