Removing the need for masks in schools “too much, too soon”, says UNISON

Commenting on the announcement today (Monday) that the government will no longer recommend the use of face coverings in secondary schools and colleges, UNISON head of education Jon Richards said:
“This is a case of too much, too soon. Everyone wants to get back to normality, but any change has to happen safely. Otherwise, all the care taken over the past few months in schools could be undone.
“Face masks will still be needed in other indoor spaces like shops, restaurants and cin