Some people can’t wear a face mask or covering because of a disability or severe distress.
Here are some cards to help deal with public situations that might happen.
The first side of the card is always the same and some people will be happy using it on its own. Show it to quickly explain that you have a legal reasonable excuse not to wear a face mask.
More information is in this document below which you can save and print at home.
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