Patients, visitors and staff must continue to wear face coverings unless they are exempt when visiting our NHS services

Face masks and social distancing measures to remain in place at our NHS services

Patients, visitors and staff must continue to wear face coverings unless they are exempt when visiting our NHS services

While Covid-19 restrictions will end in many settings in England from 19 July, everyone visiting hospitals, GP practices, dentists, optometrists and pharmacies must continue to wear a face covering and follow social distancing rules, unless they are unable to do so for medical reasons.

This will help to ensure the safety of our patients, visitors and staff, especially those who are more vulnerable to infection.