Train passengers express mixed views on return of face masks
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I never wear them,” the 52-year-old told PA. “They don’t work, they’re just a distraction from the Peppa Pig World disaster and all the Tory sleaze accusations.” Mr Zinnendor, who works in telecommunications, described face masks as “courtesy coverings”. I can’t see now whether you’re smiling or whether you are angry.” Financial services worker Michelle Carroll, 40, who was travelling to Westbury, in Wiltshire, said she felt annoyed when she saw people not wearing face masks. But I’ll carry on just doing what I want to do and try to keep as many people around me as close and safe as possible.” A 62-year-old company director, who declined to give his name and was travelling to Bristol, said people should wear face masks “all the time” on trains. I think it’s very arrogant and inconsiderate to not wear a mask.” Meanwhile, a private healthcare nurse said she was worried about Omicron and seeing people not wearing face masks made her feel uncomfortable.
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