As many will be aware of, from Friday 24th July it will be mandatory to wear a face mask in shops and supermarkets across England. Masks are already mandatory on public transport.
Masks have been proven to significantly reduce the risk of transmitting COVID-19.
They include:
- Children under 11
- People with disabilities
- Those with breathing difficulties
People who fail to comply with the new rules face a fine of up to £100 but this will be reduced to £50 if people pay within 14 days.
At Positively Putney we’ve collated all the Putney stores where you purchase a mask in preparation for Friday.
The Exchange has a Mask vending machine in lots of fun patterns and designs! You can locate Maskeys by Waitrose ground floor
Huttons have some gorgeous masks featuring famous musicians, plant prints and even sausage dogs!
With a range for adults and kids alike (we love the tartan patterns!)
Robert Dyas are selling disposable masks in multi-packs
Husbands has a wide range of reusables in different shapes and designs, as well as disposable versions
Or why not get creative & make your own! There’s lots of helpful guides online for how to make your own protective version, & why not pay a visit to The Sewing Rooms on Lacy Road for your fabric & materials?
Whichever mask you end up purchasing, ensure it completely covers your nose and mouth, is breathable for you & if reusable make sure you wash it after every use.
Stay safe, be kind & importantly also remember to keep social distancing! And we leave you with a joke for those who can’t get enough of puns!
People keep asking me to make them face masks…They know me SEW well