Coronavirus rules in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is now in a national lockdown.
Face coverings
People aged 13 and over must wear a face covering on public transport and in shops.
Exceptions include:
- physical or mental illness, impairment or disability which prevents you wearing a face covering
- taking medicine, eating and drinking when necessary
- lip reading
- to avoid harm or injury
- if you are asked to remove your face covering by someone in authority
Reporting a violation of the rules
You can report a serious breach of the coronavirus rules online with the Police Service of Northern Ireland.