Masks to remain compulsory on London’s bus and tube services

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has said face masks will remain compulsory on all Transport for London (TfL) services as the UK prepares to exit COVID-19 lockdown restrictions next week.

Khan said the measure would reassure Londoners and visitors and protect transport workers.

“I’ve repeatedly made clear that the simplest and safest option would have been for the government to retain the national requirement for face coverings on public transport," he said. “I’m not prepared to stand by and put Londoners, and our city’s recovery, at risk.

“This is why, after careful consideration, I have decided to ask TfL to retain the requirement for passengers to wear a face covering on all TfL services ...