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The face mask rules in Wales as nation eases out of lockdown restrictions

See what is changing and how rules differ from those in England

Face mask rules in Wales (Image: Getty Images)

Wales First Minister Mark Drakeford yesterday laid out the nation's path out of lockdown.

The country will make a more gradual move away from Covid restrictions compared to England - although under the plan will be in a similar position by August 7.

One area where the rules will be different is face coverings and with thousands of holidaymakers coming over the border in the coming weeks it is important these differences are well publicised.

In England the º£½ÇÊÓÆµ Government is going for a guidance approach but in Wales laws on masks will remain in place.

Face coverings will remain a legal requirement indoors in public places, such as on public transport, in shops, pubs, restaurants and when accessing healthcare.

This means supermarkets and other shops will still have to enforce the rules on masks - something shoppers will have to keep in mind. The same applies in hospitality settings initially.

This will change from August 7 when masks will not be legally required in pubs, restaurants and cafes.

Welsh Government said: "Wearing face coverings in indoor public places has been a feature of the pandemic since mid-2020 and there remains a high degree of public support for this protective measure in some situations.