Have you ever been challenged for not wearing a face mask?

MP Angus MacNeil has welcomed the production of an official face covering exemption card by the Scottish Government to support those who are unable to wear a face mask.
By John A. MacInnes
Published 29th Oct 2020, 16:46 BST
Now those who cannot wear a face mask can prove they have a valid reason with a new government issued exemption card.Now those who cannot wear a face mask can prove they have a valid reason with a new government issued exemption card.
Now those who cannot wear a face mask can prove they have a valid reason with a new government issued exemption card.

Mr MacNeil was contacted by several constituents who faced a negative response on public transport or accessing public services when they were not wearing a mask.

In response he wrote to the Minister for Public Health Joe Fitzpatrick MSP in support of the call by Asthma UK and British Lung Foundation Scotland to create an official card.

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Mr MacNeil said: “I am very pleased that action has now been taken on this. No one who cannot wear a face mask due to health conditions, disability or other reason should face discrimination. The introduction of an official exemption card is very welcome.

“I have heard of those who have been asked to provide proof of exemption, causing upset. I would encourage all who cannot wear a mask for various reasons to request a card.”

Physical and digital cards are available to request online from today (29 October) at www.exempt.scot or via a free helpline on 0800 121 6240.

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