Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport
Keep face masks mandatory for public transport after the lifting of restrictions
Closed
3,512 signatures
What the petition asks
The Prime Minister wants to lift Covid-19 restrictions on July 19th, removing the requirement to wear face coverings except in hospitals and other health related venues. This requirement must be retained for all public transport.
Removing the requirement to wear a face covering on public transport could put thousand of workers at risk. Buses and trains are, in effect, indoor venues as the flow of fresh air cannot be guaranteed. The Government must keep face masks mandatory for all public transport.
Timeline
| 9 Jul 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 9 Jan 2022 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
3,512
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
9 Jul 2021
Closed
9 Jan 2022
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.