Most Covid restrictions will be removed on Monday, and some businesses will not require customers to wear face masks BUSINESSES in Darlington have provided a mixed response on whether customers will have to wear face coverings after Monday, July 19. Face coverings have been mandatory in shops, bars and restaurants, and on public transport for the past year to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Most Covid restrictions will be removed on Monday, and while Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said he expects masks to be worn in crowded places, they will no longer be compulsory. The
Northern Echo spoke to businesses around Darlington to find out if they will be following Government guidance.