Pupils in Preston’s secondary schools will join others across England in wearing face masks in classrooms to slow the spread of the Omicron variant. The government announced the temporary reintroduction […]
3 years ago Lancashire County Council says ‘Don’t be a Dick’ as £100 fine introduced for mask refusalLancashire Council has today warned Preston residents they face a £100 fine if they refuse to wear masks on public transport and in shops. In a Facebook post this morning, […]
3 years ago Mandatory masks, PCR testing and booster jabs for all adults as government prepares for Omicron variantFrom today (Tuesday, November 30) face coverings are required on public transport and in retail settings other than hospitality across Preston and Lancashire. All travellers returning to the UK will […]
3 years ago Garstang woman making face masks for Rosemere after husband’s cancer diagnosisGarstang accountant Angela Knowles has given Rosemere Cancer Foundation £500 from the sale of fabric face masks she made during last year’s lockdowns. Now, she has a second donation to […]
3 years agoSchools across Preston and Lancashire are being advised pupils and staff should continue to wear face coverings until 21 June, despite restrictions relaxing nationally this week. The recommendation, from directors […]
3 years ago Preston pupils over 11 should wear face coverings due to extra local lockdown measuresPupils over the age of 11 and staff should wear face coverings in communal areas when Preston schools reopen. Lancashire County Council has announced the extra precaution for areas where […]
4 years ago 11-year-old Millie’s face masks coming to Preston MarketA face mask brand with a difference is coming to Preston Market. Millie’s Masks was founded by 11-year-old Millie Millburn in Birmingham – with a bit of help from mum […]
4 years ago Pictures of Preston’s first weekend of mandatory masksFace coverings are now mandatory for shoppers in Preston and the rest of England, after new coronavirus rules came into effect on Friday (24 July). Masks are compulsory in enclosed […]
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