Petition · past parliament · Department for Education
Make face masks compulsory for secondary pupils and school staff in classrooms
Closed
378 signatures
What the petition asks
The WHO make it clear that face coverings should be worn where social distancing of 2 metres cannot be ensured.
There is strong evidence that face coverings can reduce the transmission of the virus to others. There is NO evidence for the Government's position that masks should be avoided because they may interfere with communication and learning.
Make face coverings compulsory for secondary pupils in class and communal areas immediately.
Make face coverings compulsory for secondary pupils in class and communal areas immediately.
Timeline
| 7 Jan 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 7 Jul 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
378
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
7 Jan 2021
Closed
7 Jul 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.