Mask or no mask when restrictions are lifted? Poll added

[argyle]

Is there actually any real evidence masks prevent the spread of COVID?

I've seen articles about how the particles (not sure if that's the right term) are so small they easily get through a standard mask. There are other people saying they stop you spreading it, but not catching it etc.

Also, in the places where I'd be likely to wear a mask (public transport, football, shopping), is there actual evidence that COVID is spreading in these environments? It's likely spread in households and closed spaces - so is there a need to wear one stood on the South Stand for example?

I'm not against wearing a mask. I don't like the environmental impact of wearing something once then chucking it though. If the science is clear and obvious that it stops the spread then I'll wear one - but I'm not convinced it does. It's probably good for other things (maybe it stops other colds of bugs going round?) But do we have actual evidence to prove this?

Mask wearing along with good ventilation slows down the spread of infectious, airborne diseases. It doesn't stop it completely.

You don't need them outside, mainly needed on transport and enclosed spaces.

I havent been on these covid pages since the start. I'm surprised the same arguments are still being said.

Masks, lockdowns, social distancing etc, can't stop a virus spreading but it does stop health services being inundated and make cases more manageable.

With the full opening up of the country during a global pandemic, cases will rise significantly. Boris and his new pal, health Secretary are betting that vaccines and track and trace will stop the health service being swamped with cases.

If it doesn't I expect Megan Markle to be back on the tabloid front pages.

 

[flook]

The current restrictions should remain in my opinion. Table service has been great anyway.

I'm in favour of this, bugger covid, makes getting a drink much more civilised standing at the bar

 

[Bozo]

I'm not going to wear my mask when I have to walk 20 seconds out of a restaurant. But I'll wear it on public transport.

 

[kaz7]

Saved a fortune on razor blades this past year. Ah well, time to shave again.

I was just at the dentist and saw my legs ,oh lordy , i have blonde hair but still, everywhere else the same lol, i might just not bother

 

[TheRubberRing]

when they feel safe to do so
how do their actions affect you?

and when will that be?

 

[Alan Harper's Tash]

I was just at the dentist and saw my legs ,oh lordy , i have blonde hair but still, everywhere else the same lol, i might just not bother

The black box never lies.

 

[kaz7]

I think there is going to be a backlash against people wearing masks still, i have found all along the covid idiots , anti rules and anti masks lot have been very aggressive against those following the rules

 

[Phil1]

I think there is going to be a backlash against people wearing masks still, i have found all along the covid idiots , anti rules and anti masks lot have been very aggressive against those following the rules

I long for the day some **** approaches me and berates me for having a mask on.

 

[Invisible Man's Bandage]

I long for the day some **** approaches me and berates me for having a mask on.

Be careful what you wish for.


Unless you are a 6'4" 20 stone psychopath of course....

 

[Phil1]

Be careful what you wish for.


Unless you are a 6'4" 20 stone psychopath of course....

One out of three ain’t bad... haha!

 

[Uncle Wally One Ball]

They are a minor inconvenience in my view. If nothing else they serve a positive purpose by being a visual reminder that this virus is still with us and so help people act more consciously about their behaviours. Not an issue worth getting all worked up over

 

[pirate]

and when will that be?

does it matter?
their actions of wearing masks and gloves and disinfecting surfaces have no impact on you at all

 

[lust overlord]

I'd probably wear a mask in confined/poorly ventilated areas other than that,no.
I certainly won't be berating or looking down on those who continue to wear them.
Each to their own.

 

[pirate]

Be careful what you wish for.


Unless you are a 6'4" 20 stone psychopath of course....

I am a 6' 3" 20 stone ex boxer, so looking forward to someone berating me about still wearing a mask.
but probably wont happen as I am a 6'3" 20 stone ex boxer.

bullies tend to pick on easier targets

 

[Invisible Man's Bandage]

I'd probably wear a mask in confined/poorly ventilated areas other than that,no.
I certainly won't be berating or looking down on those who continue to wear them.
Each to their own.

I'm not the slightest bit bothered if people continue to wear a mask in any setting they choose to. However, I don't want to be berated by anyone because I will be choosing not to wear one from the 19th as I won't be required to by law.

 

[Invisible Man's Bandage]

I am a 6' 3" 20 stone ex boxer, so looking forward to someone berating me about still wearing a mask.
but probably wont happen as I am a 6'3" 20 stone ex boxer.

bullies tend to pick on easier targets

D'you want some?

I'll give it ya :)

 

[lust overlord]

I'm not the slightest bit bothered if people continue to wear a mask in any setting they choose to. However, I don't want to be berated by anyone because I will be choosing not to wear one from the 19th as I won't be required to by law.

Which is perfectly fine,as far as I'm concerned.

 

[pirate]

I'm not the slightest bit bothered if people continue to wear a mask in any setting they choose to. However, I don't want to be berated by anyone because I will be choosing not to wear one from the 19th as I won't be required to by law.

I wont berate you (and nobody should) but I would encourage you to continue to wear a mask in enclosed public spaces.

 

[Uncle Wally One Ball]

I am a 6' 3" 20 stone ex boxer, so looking forward to someone berating me about still wearing a mask.
but probably wont happen as I am a 6'3" 20 stone ex boxer.

bullies tend to pick on easier targets

Rubbish. You mask wearing ****

 

[ElleBlue]

Which is perfectly fine,as far as I'm concerned.

I am a 6' 3" 20 stone ex boxer, so looking forward to someone berating me about still wearing a mask.
but probably wont happen as I am a 6'3" 20 stone ex boxer.

bullies tend to pick on easier targets