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Shops are full of people wearing masks today . . .

By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

She also saw a woman going into 'a famous chain' and was told by a doorman wear one or you are not going in'. She said that she had not had time to buy one. 'You have had two weeks'. Said he. She hrrrrmphd and left.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

I went to the supermarket today and every single person was wearing one.

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

She didn't need to buy one. She only needed a face covering eg a scarf.

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By *otsossieMan over a year ago

local, but not too local

Yep. Everyone masked.

Although I saw a guy refusing to hand sanitise because he was wearing gloves, told to remove gloves and sanitise or stay out.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

A few trendy people near us are being douche bags. Most are compliant

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

She didn't need to buy one. She only needed a face covering eg a scarf. "

Maybe she was only wearing a top and trousers - quite warm there today.

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

She didn't need to buy one. She only needed a face covering eg a scarf.

Maybe she was only wearing a top and trousers - quite warm there today."

Who knows but her excuse wasn't valid was my point. She could have carried a light scarf with her.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

She didn't need to buy one. She only needed a face covering eg a scarf.

Maybe she was only wearing a top and trousers - quite warm there today.

Who knows but her excuse wasn't valid was my point. She could have carried a light scarf with her. "

Or a mask lol

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

She didn't need to buy one. She only needed a face covering eg a scarf.

Maybe she was only wearing a top and trousers - quite warm there today.

Who knows but her excuse wasn't valid was my point. She could have carried a light scarf with her.

Or a mask lol"

There's always going to be a section of the population that think they don't need to comply. It's funny when they come up against someone who won't let them get away with it

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

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By *eeleyWoman over a year ago

Dudley

We've had plenty of warning to buy a mask, there's no excuse.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

She didn't need to buy one. She only needed a face covering eg a scarf.

Maybe she was only wearing a top and trousers - quite warm there today.

Who knows but her excuse wasn't valid was my point. She could have carried a light scarf with her.

Or a mask lol

There's always going to be a section of the population that think they don't need to comply. It's funny when they come up against someone who won't let them get away with it"

The mrs has asthma so she wont be shopping in shops that enforce this rule.

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

She didn't need to buy one. She only needed a face covering eg a scarf.

Maybe she was only wearing a top and trousers - quite warm there today.

Who knows but her excuse wasn't valid was my point. She could have carried a light scarf with her.

Or a mask lol

There's always going to be a section of the population that think they don't need to comply. It's funny when they come up against someone who won't let them get away with it

The mrs has asthma so she wont be shopping in shops that enforce this rule."

She can get a medical exemption in that case I think. I'm talking about the people who think they are above the law.

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By *hrista BellendWoman over a year ago

surrounded by twinkly lights

It was like a mask fashion show in tesco today, lots of bright colours and patterns, one lady had a mild anxiety with her scarf, but that was it

There are forms on the government Website that people can print out for exemption certs that shops will accept if they cannot wear a mask x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

A masquerade?

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By *all me FlikWoman over a year ago

Galaxy Far Far Away

this is great news....if I owned a shop there would be masks available to buy at the door.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

It is quite odd watching groups of people talk in outdoor groups like news reports - Someone speaks and then everyone is looking around as if to say 'Who said that?' lol.

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By *hades Of GreyMan over a year ago

Leeds

I went to the supermarket today and every single person was wearing one.

Waitrose today, everyone wearing a face covering.

Pharmacy today, only one in six (me) wearing a face covering.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

That is good news and yes same here everyone had it in tesco to and op, thst was good what the sequrity guard did, no mask no entry as well

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"That is good news and yes same here everyone had it in tesco to and op, thst was good what the sequrity guard did, no mask no entry as well

Agreed.

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By *xccvvMan over a year ago

Yorkshire North East

I went up to Makro today, they are wholesales shop for those who do not know. I had my mask but many others did not, found out it is not compulsory to wear masks in wholesales shops.

The staff also said its crazy as we do the same things as Tesco, and that sort of shop

If you are not wearing a mask because of health reasons, you do not have to produce a card or certificate to prove this, and you do not have to disclose the medical reason you do not have to wear a mask. This may cause confusion, and anger for some

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"That is good news and yes same here everyone had it in tesco to and op, thst was good what the sequrity guard did, no mask no entry as well

Agreed.

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Yes it should be like that in all shops and transport too

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I've been wearing a mask since COVID-19 started in the UK in January/February. And did I get some looks!

We have a box of disposable masks. I have a fabric one that I keep in my car. 2 more on the way as well. Its The New Normal.

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By *mmabluTV/TS over a year ago

upton wirral

I was in supermarket and 90% of people in masks but staff not wearing them when in the store stacking shelves etc as very annoyed about this

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By *amissCouple over a year ago

chelmsford

"I went to the supermarket today and every single person was wearing one. "

Same here

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By *ancs_tgirl_38TV/TS over a year ago

Blackpool

Sainsbury weren't challenging, I saw 70/30 against, early doors this morning, Including staff.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I went to the supermarket today and every single person was wearing one.

Waitrose today, everyone wearing a face covering.

Pharmacy today, only one in six (me) wearing a face covering.

Same here in my post office. I was the only one in a long queue of people wearing one.

The shop next door wasn't enforcing it either.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Sainsbury weren't challenging, I saw 70/30 against, early doors this morning, Including staff. "

Of course you did.

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By *ancs_tgirl_38TV/TS over a year ago

Blackpool

Coronavirus: Major supermarkets refuse to enforce face mask rules despite police pleas

Sky news.

I see some folks are trying to push the narrative of heavy handed security playing the no mask no entry game on shop doors, that's not what sky are reporting and it's not what I experienced this morning.

To anyone who is getting worried I would advise you go to the gov Web site and download or print a mask exempt badge, just to be clear, you don't need to, and it's not law for you to, it covers everything from asthma to anxiety,

Nobody should be challenging folks on doors or in shops, however in these crazy times any thing can happen and having the badge is a good way to put an end any confrontation and politely and move on.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I've seen a couple of people today who were wearing the coverings just under their noses. The mouth is covered, but the nose isn't.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"I've seen a couple of people today who were wearing the coverings just under their noses. The mouth is covered, but the nose isn't."

They might be the same people who put a window down in a car to let the dangerous cigarette smoke out while they are driving lol.

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By *estivalMan over a year ago

borehamwood

went to aldi tiday everyone had one on look same in most the shops in the shopping park then walked down the high st plenty in the shops dow the high st not wearing them

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

There are badges people can get if they are exempt from wearing a mask in public places. A visible badge to let people know.

I wouldn't judge someone who wasn't wearing a mask, there might be a non-visible reason why. As long as I've got mine on and I avoid as best I can, crack on. Its not MY job to police mask wearing.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

What would happen if you didnt have a mask and couldnt go into a shop to purchase one

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Glad they are

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Local corner shop chain had the mask sign up and had mine on but other people came in didn't even tho lots of old people on street outside wearing one.. A regular came in, said to assistant.. Forgot my mask and she said don't worry.. I'm not wearing one.. Even tho ice seen her wear one before

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By *ljamMan over a year ago

Edinburgh

Masks have been compulsory in shops in Scotland for a couple of weeks and at first it was sporadic and non-mask wearers were pretty common, but now people largely all mask up. I imagine it'll end up the same south of the border as people realise its not a big deal.

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By *aria_dreamgirlTV/TS over a year ago

stockport

Some face masks are better than others but glasses still steam up and if you have asthma make it harder to breathe. I'm sticking to the rules though.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Only saw one person wearing a mask in my local Tesco's.

Everyone else wasn't wearing a mask.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

It’s strange how those who are anti masks go shopping in places where the majority are not wearing masks

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By *amissCouple over a year ago

chelmsford

"Only saw one person wearing a mask in my local Tesco's.

Everyone else wasn't wearing a mask."

That's a shame. There will be those who just can't wear them, but I don't think it's much to ask of us, at least let's give it a go

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan over a year ago

salisbury

I shopped online, it was fine

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By *amissCouple over a year ago

chelmsford

"I shopped online, it was fine

Haha

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By *uietlykinkymeWoman over a year ago

kinky land

I've switched to a once weekly grocery delivery

I decided to do that when the compulsory masks was announced.

It's not right that my children who are exempt could face questioning so we just won't go near shops for the foreseeable.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Yes most seem to be wearing masks. 99% anyway. I saw one guy with a mask with "HOAX" written across and another with "I need the £100 for booze" written in crayon which caused a few wry smiles.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan over a year ago

salisbury

I wrote "visual terror aid" on mine.

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By *amissCouple over a year ago

chelmsford

"I've switched to a once weekly grocery delivery

I decided to do that when the compulsory masks was announced.

It's not right that my children who are exempt could face questioning so we just won't go near shops for the foreseeable."
family

no one should have to explain why they are not wearing a mask

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"It’s strange how those who are anti masks go shopping in places where the majority are not wearing masks

I'm not anti masks. People are choosing not to wear masks in my local supermarket.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"What would happen if you didnt have a mask and couldnt go into a shop to purchase one "

They are readily available online now the madness has died down. No need to leave your house.

An alternative can be a scarf/shawl to wear over your nose and mouth to buy a mask(s) from a shop.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

It's fair to say that today was a good day for those who see the sense in wearing masks.

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By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

If we all mask up we can get this over with by reducing transmission.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"If we all mask up we can get this over with by reducing transmission."

I've been in a few local shops and supermarkets today and everyone was wearing masks. I'm proud of my locals today.

It wasn't anywhere near as bad as I thought it would be (wearing a mask).

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

The Police Federation seem to have it clear too . . .

Not wearing one - stop them coming in . . .

https://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/police-urge-shops-ban-people-4359160

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By *he Ring WraithMan over a year ago

Bradford

"If we all mask up we can get this over with by reducing transmission."

till all the morons gather in their thousands to celebrate some football result or other !!

they are much closer to each other than anyone would get in a shop

Selective law enforcement, pick on the easy targets Boris as always

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"If we all mask up we can get this over with by reducing transmission.

till all the morons gather in their thousands to celebrate some football result or other !!

they are much closer to each other than anyone would get in a shop

Selective law enforcement, pick on the easy targets Boris as always "

Not a football fan then

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By *usie pTV/TS over a year ago

taunton

I suffer from asthma and when I feel it coming on always wear a mask for a couple of hours helps a lot, cant say I have found it makes it more difficult to breathe.

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By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"If we all mask up we can get this over with by reducing transmission.

till all the morons gather in their thousands to celebrate some football result or other !!

they are much closer to each other than anyone would get in a shop

Selective law enforcement, pick on the easy targets Boris as always "

We can't stop morons being morons, but we can do our part and encourage others to do the same.

I'm masking, staying away from people, etc. I'm not helping the economy by sitting at home, but if we all distance hard where we can, we'll help the economy long term by being able to get back to normal sooner.

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

"Only saw one person wearing a mask in my local Tesco's.

Everyone else wasn't wearing a mask."

And did you both leave together ?

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

"I suffer from asthma and when I feel it coming on always wear a mask for a couple of hours helps a lot, cant say I have found it makes it more difficult to breathe."

A lot of people have said that, unfortunately too many people can't think for themselves and believe the bullshit.

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

The mrs has asthma so she wont be shopping in shops that enforce this rule."

Are there any surgeons or dentists with asthma ?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Just been in my local corner shop, I had a mask on and there was about 10 others in there that did not also none were practicing social distancing.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"Just been in my local corner shop, I had a mask on and there was about 10 others in there that did not also none were practicing social distancing.

Go to another corner shop !!!

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By *ionelhutzMan over a year ago

liverpool

Jonathan pie spot on as usual

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By *uenevereWoman over a year ago

Scunthorpe

Went to my local shop and Asda earlier and the vast majority were wearing face coverings of some sort.

However, there's very few people who in reality couldn't wear a face covering of some sort. I work with a woman with severe asthma who has no problem with a mask, she just needed the right kind. Failing that you could use a face shield.

The are people who will have a very real problem with face coverings, such those with certain mental health problems.

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By *reenleavesCouple over a year ago

North Wales

We've noticed today that most people in our supermarket were wearing a mask whereas yesterday hardly anyone we saw was. Whether they assumed the English requirement now applied in Wales as well or just felt more inclined, it was good to see!

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By *rs mischiefWoman over a year ago

Manchester

I wore mine!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Just been in my local corner shop, I had a mask on and there was about 10 others in there that did not also none were practicing social distancing.

Go to another corner shop !!!

I will be in future

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"Jonathan pie spot on as usual "

Jonathan Pie is a fictional character.

May as well quote Harry Potter.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

The mrs has asthma so she wont be shopping in shops that enforce this rule.

Are there any surgeons or dentists with asthma ?"

She is exempt from wearing one at work in a nursing home.

So please stop making assumptions about her asthma.

She wears a face shield at work.

But it's not a problem as asda and sainsbury's are not enforcing the rule.

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By *ionelhutzMan over a year ago

liverpool

"Jonathan pie spot on as usual

Jonathan Pie is a fictional character.

May as well quote Harry Potter.

Yeah thought you wouldnt be a fan.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Only saw one person wearing a mask in my local Tesco's.

Everyone else wasn't wearing a mask.

And did you both leave together ?"

What do you mean both?

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By *aria_dreamgirlTV/TS over a year ago

stockport

If you had asthma you wouldn't be so critical of those who find face masks awkward.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"Jonathan pie spot on as usual

Jonathan Pie is a fictional character.

May as well quote Harry Potter.

Yeah thought you wouldnt be a fan."

Well think of it Lionel? He's a Comedian and he works and earns his pay by slagging off anything that get people believing his nonsense - just because he says it doesn't mean it's true - If Labour was in power he would be doing EXACTLY the same thing and you would be saying 'PIE' is a knobhead.

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By *ionelhutzMan over a year ago

liverpool

"Jonathan pie spot on as usual

Jonathan Pie is a fictional character.

May as well quote Harry Potter.

Yeah thought you wouldnt be a fan.

Hmmm.

He was ripping into labour a few weeks ago.

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By *omerset tvTV/TS over a year ago

Weston-super-Mare

Staff dont have to wear them i work with about 120 + people a day and im lucky if I see 1 or 2 people wearing a mask and thats been like this right back to the beginning in March

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"Jonathan pie spot on as usual

Jonathan Pie is a fictional character.

May as well quote Harry Potter.

Yeah thought you wouldnt be a fan.

Hmmm.

He was ripping into labour a few weeks ago."

Then he doesn't have it spot-on as usual does he?

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By *ady LickWoman over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

During my 7 hour shift in a retail environment we only had 2 customers who had forgotten to bring a mask with them. We have them a disposable one.

Staff wise, we all tried but after half an hour it was very, very hot, it actually made me feel sick. We don't have the luxury of air con or loads of fridges like grocery stores. Our company have said it's up to us if we wear one or not although they encourage us to do so.

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By *ancs_tgirl_38TV/TS over a year ago

Blackpool

Puppet media hacks keep talking about the “science” behind masks while refusing to quote the actual science on masks. Weird

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I’ve been to Tesco today every one had one apart from two staff members which they decided to pull them out of their faces

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By *he Ring WraithMan over a year ago

Bradford

"If we all mask up we can get this over with by reducing transmission.

till all the morons gather in their thousands to celebrate some football result or other !!

they are much closer to each other than anyone would get in a shop

Selective law enforcement, pick on the easy targets Boris as always

Not a football fan then

No real interest in football or anything against it just not a fan of idiots !

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By *luebell888Woman over a year ago

Glasgowish

I was in Asda for 10mins before i remembered my mask was in my bag. Genuine accident but was not challenged by staff.

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By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I was in Asda for 10mins before i remembered my mask was in my bag. Genuine accident but was not challenged by staff."

I don't envy staff trying to challenge anyone

It's quite literally not in their pay grade. (Not criticising you)

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By *7mutleyTV/TS over a year ago

cambridge

Thats is ridiculous,

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

"Puppet media hacks keep talking about the “science” behind masks while refusing to quote the actual science on masks. Weird"

I've given you links to the "proven science" on other threads bit you choose to spread your lack of faith regardless.

Here's a little quote from the American Chemical Society, The last few lines is all you need to focus on, and don't forget to check that laboratory comparison of different materials I suggested previously. Use Google wisely ...

The emergence of a pandemic affecting the respiratory system can result in a significant demand for face masks. This includes the use of cloth masks by large sections of the public, as can be seen during the current global spread of COVID-19. However, there is limited knowledge available on the performance of various commonly available fabrics used in cloth masks. Importantly, there is a need to evaluate filtration efficiencies as a function of aerosol particulate sizes in the 10 nm to 10 µm range, which is particularly relevant for respiratory virus transmission. We have carried out these studies for several common fabrics including cotton, silk, chiffon, flannel, various synthetics, and their combinations. Although the filtration efficiencies for various fabrics when a single layer was used ranged from 5 to 80% and 5 to 95% for particle sizes of 300 nm and 300 nm, respectively, the efficiencies improved when multiple layers were used and when using a specific combination of different fabrics. Filtration efficiencies of the hybrids (such as cotton–silk, cotton–chiffon, cotton–flannel) was 80% (for particles 300 nm) and 90% (for particles 300 nm). We speculate that the enhanced performance of the hybrids is likely due to the combined effect of mechanical and electrostatic-based filtration. Cotton, the most widely used material for cloth masks performs better at higher weave densities (i.e., thread count) and can make a significant difference in filtration efficiencies. Our studies also imply that gaps (as caused by an improper fit of the mask) can result in over a 60% decrease in the filtration efficiency, implying the need for future cloth mask design studies to take into account issues of “fit” and leakage, while allowing the exhaled air to vent efficiently. Overall, we find that combinations of various commonly available fabrics used in cloth masks can potentially provide significant protection against the transmission of aerosol particles.

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

"I was in Asda for 10mins before i remembered my mask was in my bag. Genuine accident but was not challenged by staff."

Asda representative said they will NOT be enforcing masks.

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman over a year ago

On a mooch

This household doesn’t have masks, just scarves we pull up when need to

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

Don't need masks,it's face coverings unless you're flying jet2

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By *abioMan over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

"I've switched to a once weekly grocery delivery

I decided to do that when the compulsory masks was announced.

It's not right that my children who are exempt could face questioning so we just won't go near shops for the foreseeable."

they shouldn't be... there is a blanket exemption for children under 11.... so the only thing you should be asked (if anything) is how old are they!

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By *abioMan over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

"This household doesn’t have masks, just scarves we pull up when need to "

if you are using a spurs scarf as a mask you should be banned just out of principal!!!

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman over a year ago

On a mooch

"This household doesn’t have masks, just scarves we pull up when need to

if you are using a spurs scarf as a mask you should be banned just out of principal!!!

no I’m safe there, although my first face covering was my lads flag until our new scarves arrived

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By *manda63Woman over a year ago

Southampton

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By *asIsaCouple over a year ago

harrow

I went to Tesco this afternoon. I'd say at least 20-30% were not wearing face coverings.

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By *rafficvanMan over a year ago

Middletown

I think its all load of bollocks now they should have done this 3 months ago not now

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By *manda63Woman over a year ago

Southampton

I was told staff don't have to wear them just customers. I think that's one rule for them etc

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By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I went to Tesco this afternoon. I'd say at least 20-30% were not wearing face coverings. "

I think making it compulsory will mean that most will comply, which will help. Not wearing will become the minority position.

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By *asIsaCouple over a year ago

harrow

"I went to Tesco this afternoon. I'd say at least 20-30% were not wearing face coverings.

I think making it compulsory will mean that most will comply, which will help. Not wearing will become the minority position."

Yes I guess they are relying on a 80-90% uptake

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Saw complete compliance in my local Morrisons today

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By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I went to Tesco this afternoon. I'd say at least 20-30% were not wearing face coverings.

I think making it compulsory will mean that most will comply, which will help. Not wearing will become the minority position.

Yes I guess they are relying on a 80-90% uptake "

Everyone who does it helps the overall effort. We can all pull together

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By *ecretlyASoftieWoman over a year ago

Hull but travel regularly

I was asked at lunch on my way into petsathome if I had one. I replied I’m exempt but she didn’t look happy.

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic so it is good to hear that people who can are wearing masks

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

"I went to Tesco this afternoon. I'd say at least 20-30% were not wearing face coverings. "

Probably the same 20-30% who complain about speeding fines and NHS waiting times

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic so it is good to hear that people who can are wearing masks"

Im asthmaitic I can wear one that no excuse. Poor

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"Family Member who is in BBC Radio has been on London Oxford Street since early today and she says: 'Not seen a shop where people are not wearing them yet'.

Also: Same chain. All the staff are wearing masks - she asked why and they said they had all agreed to set a 'Good Example'.

Cat hope you got lfc 19 mask

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"I was asked at lunch on my way into petsathome if I had one. I replied I’m exempt but she didn’t look happy. "

Why you excempt

Your photo 29th Jan 2019

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"I was asked at lunch on my way into petsathome if I had one. I replied I’m exempt but she didn’t look happy. "

I wouldn't look happy any excuse

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"I went to Tesco this afternoon. I'd say at least 20-30% were not wearing face coverings.

I think making it compulsory will mean that most will comply, which will help. Not wearing will become the minority position.

Yes I guess they are relying on a 80-90% uptake

Everyone who does it helps the overall effort. We can all pull together"

Totally agree

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By *ancs_tgirl_38TV/TS over a year ago

Blackpool

Anyone getting hassle in shops can download or print an exempt badge from gov website. Covers everything from asthma to anxiety. You don't actually need to, but it may help diffuse any potential flash points.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/face-coverings-when-to-wear-one-and-how-to-make-your-own

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"I think its all load of bollocks now they should have done this 3 months ago not now

Agree

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"This household doesn’t have masks, just scarves we pull up when need to

if you are using a spurs scarf as a mask you should be banned just out of principal!!!

Spurs, flag was that 2019 champions league

If it was Liverpool would have to many flags to choose from

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic so it is good to hear that people who can are wearing masks

Im asthmaitic I can wear one that no excuse. Poor"

Nope that would be your personal choice.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I am wearing a mask.

I am washing my hands.

Question. Do people realise the long term psychological implications of everyone else around us wearing them.

Not asking for a yes but. Might die response etc. As I said I'm wearing one everywhere. I'm asking if we all realise the long term effects.

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"Anyone getting hassle in shops can download or print an exempt badge from gov website. Covers everything from asthma to anxiety. You don't actually need to, but it may help diffuse any potential flash points.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/face-coverings-when-to-wear-one-and-how-to-make-your-own"

Asthma I have it you can wear a mask doesn't stop oxygen any excuse!!!

If you don't want help the team effort you can always find an excuse SUPPOSE TO ALL BEEN IN IT TOGETHER

by the way if you got asthma you don't really want to catch cov19!!!!!

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"I am wearing a mask.

I am washing my hands.

Question. Do people realise the long term psychological implications of everyone else around us wearing them.

Not asking for a yes but. Might die response etc. As I said I'm wearing one everywhere. I'm asking if we all realise the long term effects. "

Why would we know as this is unique situation

And yes I will say it open your eyes die is a worst symptoms

WHERE ALL THIS IN IT TOGETHER or are we?

Masks will help should have happened months ago

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Went to my local shop and Asda earlier and the vast majority were wearing face coverings of some sort.

The are people who will have a very real problem with face coverings, such those with certain mental health problems."

Different styles make a big difference I found. I made a few types and found which works OK for me.

I also saw shop customers with face shields and no mask. Seemed to work well.

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic "

Can you still wear the mask in your November 2014 pic ?

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/face-coverings-when-to-wear-one-and-how-to-make-your-own

Asthma I have it you can wear a mask doesn't stop oxygen any excuse!!!

If you don't want help the team effort you can always find an excuse SUPPOSE TO ALL BEEN IN IT TOGETHER

by the way if you got asthma you don't really want to catch cov19!!!!! "

But as the comment above states you can print off a generic form from the official goverment website which gives "anybody" a certificate of exemption.

You we be delusional to think we are all in this together.

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

If you got asthma you don't want to get cov19

I got asthma I wear mask

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/face-coverings-when-to-wear-one-and-how-to-make-your-own

Asthma I have it you can wear a mask doesn't stop oxygen any excuse!!!

If you don't want help the team effort you can always find an excuse SUPPOSE TO ALL BEEN IN IT TOGETHER

by the way if you got asthma you don't really want to catch cov19!!!!!

But as the comment above states you can print off a generic form from the official goverment website which gives "anybody" a certificate of exemption.

You we be delusional to think we are all in this together.

Agree in it all together is sadly not case but what annoys people pretend their in it together when their not!!!

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic so it is good to hear that people who can are wearing masks

Im asthmaitic I can wear one that no excuse. Poor"

You know there are different severitys of it. I recently nearly died from one and had a panic attack on top of that when one was put on me in hospital. I was told by the Dr because of my asthma and claustrophobia I will be exempt from wearing one

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

"Went to my local shop and Asda earlier and the vast majority were wearing face coverings of some sort.

The are people who will have a very real problem with face coverings, such those with certain mental health problems.

Different styles make a big difference I found. I made a few types and found which works OK for me.

I also saw shop customers with face shields and no mask. Seemed to work well.

Yep. I bought a fancy washable one with removable filters.

It was shit. Far to hot when on and the nose piece has removed most of the skin from the bridge of my nose.

The disposible white ones seem to work better.

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

" I was told by the Dr because of my asthma and claustrophobia I will be exempt from wearing one"

In your November 2014 pic you are wearing a mask.

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic

Can you still wear the mask in your November 2014 pic ?"

The mask only covers the top half of my face so doesn't affect my breathing. I only wore it for a short time as anxiety was setting in.

It was just for pictures really. Not that I should have to explain myself

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

" I was told by the Dr because of my asthma and claustrophobia I will be exempt from wearing one

In your November 2014 pic you are wearing a mask. "

Iv answered that now

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

Of course it isn't against the rules to wear a mask in a pic. Just odd when someone says they have claustrophobia and can't wear a mask to see a pic of them wearing one.

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

That's all I wore it for. It doesn't even cover my mouth or nose. I still felt anxious wearing it for the short time that I did.

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

Of course it isn't against the rules to wear a mask in a pic. Just odd when someone says they have claustrophobia and can't wear a mask to see a pic of them wearing one. "

Feel free to read my response to that.

I even get anxious in busy clubs and have to go out. I won't even go on the tube if I can avoid it

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

Of course it isn't against the rules to wear a mask in a pic. Just odd when someone says they have claustrophobia and can't wear a mask to see a pic of them wearing one. "

Claustrophobia has many different levels of severity.

Wearing a mask my not be the trigger of the condition.

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By *ackformore100Man over a year ago

Tin town

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic so it is good to hear that people who can are wearing masks

Im asthmaitic I can wear one that no excuse. Poor

Im going to guess performing oral in dark busy clubs must be a bastard

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

Of course it isn't against the rules to wear a mask in a pic. Just odd when someone says they have claustrophobia and can't wear a mask to see a pic of them wearing one.

Claustrophobia has many different levels of severity.

Wearing a mask my not be the trigger of the condition."

Mine is triggered when I feel trapped. Even a very heated row can make me feel trapped and trigger a panic attack

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By *ore of thatMan over a year ago

skerries

Must be very bad .wher I was .

I'm spar shop yesterday .17 people in the shop .only 1 person wearing a mask

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic so it is good to hear that people who can are wearing masks

Im asthmaitic I can wear one that no excuse. Poor

Im going to guess performing oral in dark busy clubs must be a bastard "

You jest but I have run out before mid orgasm because of the swarm of people watching

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

Of course it isn't against the rules to wear a mask in a pic. Just odd when someone says they have claustrophobia and can't wear a mask to see a pic of them wearing one.

Claustrophobia has many different levels of severity.

Wearing a mask my not be the trigger of the condition."

So asthma excuse disappeared

. Think about other people how anxious do you make then in a shop when you not wearing it

Funny not anxious in glory hole in club

Selfish

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Went to my local shop and Asda earlier and the vast majority were wearing face coverings of some sort.

The are people who will have a very real problem with face coverings, such those with certain mental health problems.

Different styles make a big difference I found. I made a few types and found which works OK for me.

I also saw shop customers with face shields and no mask. Seemed to work well.

Yep. I bought a fancy washable one with removable filters.

It was shit. Far to hot when on and the nose piece has removed most of the skin from the bridge of my nose.

The disposible white ones seem to work better.

I got one of the thin stretchy poundshop masks as a back up and they are good too. Need better ones for some closer scenarios. Agree about the nose bridge.

I'll spend ages making new masks and they will change the rules again.

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

Of course it isn't against the rules to wear a mask in a pic. Just odd when someone says they have claustrophobia and can't wear a mask to see a pic of them wearing one.

Claustrophobia has many different levels of severity.

Wearing a mask my not be the trigger of the condition.

So asthma excuse disappeared

. Think about other people how anxious do you make then in a shop when you not wearing it

Funny not anxious in glory hole in club

Selfish "

Asthma obviously not disappeared obviously this conversation is about my claustrophobia. Plus read my last post re clubs.

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"I can't wear one as I'm asthmatic and claustrophobic so it is good to hear that people who can are wearing masks

Im asthmaitic I can wear one that no excuse. Poor

You know there are different

severitys of it. I recently nearly died from one and had a panic attack on top of that when one was put on me in hospital. I was told by the Dr because of my asthma and claustrophobia I will be exempt from wearing one"

Do you smoke or drink alcohol both make asthma worse???

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I am wearing a mask.

I am washing my hands.

Question. Do people realise the long term psychological implications of everyone else around us wearing them.

Not asking for a yes but. Might die response etc. As I said I'm wearing one everywhere. I'm asking if we all realise the long term effects.

Why would we know as this is unique situation

And yes I will say it open your eyes die is a worst symptoms

WHERE ALL THIS IN IT TOGETHER or are we?

Masks will help should have happened months ago"

Dying isn't a worse case symptom in this. There are worse.

Yes we do. China and Japan have been wearing masks for years so this isn't a new situation.

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

The fact is as someone stated on another thread, there is a form available from the direct.gov website which allows anyone to print thier own exemption.

That is a loophole which no doubt will be exploited.

If someone is not wearing a mask they are under no obligation to tell anyone of non authority the reasons why.

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"When has it been against the rules to wear a mask for a photo.

Of course it isn't against the rules to wear a mask in a pic. Just odd when someone says they have claustrophobia and can't wear a mask to see a pic of them wearing one.

Claustrophobia has many different levels of severity.

Wearing a mask my not be the trigger of the condition.

So asthma excuse disappeared

. Think about other people how anxious do you make then in a shop when you not wearing it

Funny not anxious in glory hole in club

Selfish

Asthma obviously not disappeared obviously this conversation is about my claustrophobia. Plus read my last post re clubs."

No its about excuses.

You have photos showing masks and gags EXCUSES

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Went to my local shop and Asda earlier and the vast majority were wearing face coverings of some sort.

The are people who will have a very real problem with face coverings, such those with certain mental health problems.

Different styles make a big difference I found. I made a few types and found which works OK for me.

I also saw shop customers with face shields and no mask. Seemed to work well.

Face shields offer better protection too. I've got 3 on order.

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"The fact is as someone stated on another thread, there is a form available from the direct.gov website which allows anyone to print thier own exemption.

That is a loophole which no doubt will be exploited.

If someone is not wearing a mask they are under no obligation to tell anyone of non authority the reasons why.

Fair point but don't make out THEIR ALL IN IT TOGETHER

as, stated you don't want to get cov19 with asthma so a mask is, a sensible approach

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

" Selfish "

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"Went to my local shop and Asda earlier and the vast majority were wearing face coverings of some sort.

The are people who will have a very real problem with face coverings, such those with certain mental health problems.

Different styles make a big difference I found. I made a few types and found which works OK for me.

I also saw shop customers with face shields and no mask. Seemed to work well.

Face shields offer better protection too. I've got 3 on order. "

Totally agree face shields better

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me"

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"The fact is as someone stated on another thread, there is a form available from the direct.gov website which allows anyone to print thier own exemption.

That is a loophole which no doubt will be exploited.

If someone is not wearing a mask they are under no obligation to tell anyone of non authority the reasons why.

Exactly.

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake"

My medical requirements are none of your business. I went into lockdown over a week before it was enforced. I didn't leave my house for 2 months. Then only went out if I had to. Still I don't go out that often

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

"The fact is as someone stated on another thread, there is a form available from the direct.gov website which allows anyone to print thier own exemption.

That is a loophole which no doubt will be exploited.

If someone is not wearing a mask they are under no obligation to tell anyone of non authority the reasons why.

Fair point but don't make out THEIR ALL IN IT TOGETHER

as, stated you don't want to get cov19 with asthma so a mask is, a sensible approach

I can't say anymore regarding the asthma I i don't suffer from it.

I agree the wearing a mask is just common sense however there are so many variables that can negate the use of one.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake"

Can people stop the online bullying please. Are you the police no. If the government have offered exemption take it up with them.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake

Can people stop the online bullying please. Are you the police no. If the government have offered exemption take it up with them. "

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

It's, a, question don't pretend to be in it all together if they are finding loopholes or ignoring rules.

Asking a, question is fair

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

All enjoy the weekend and keep safe

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

"It's, a, question don't pretend to be in it all together if they are finding loopholes or ignoring rules.

Asking a, question is fair "

I see where your coming from however its the poor handling by the goverment that is allowing for these loopholes.

No loopholes, no exploitation of the rules.

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake

Hope you keep safe and healthy just confused how mask wouldn't help

Have good weekend keep safe

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

"It's, a, question don't pretend to be in it all together if they are finding loopholes or ignoring rules.

Asking a, question is fair

I see where your coming from however its the poor handling by the goverment that is allowing for these loopholes.

No loopholes, no exploitation of the rules.

I agree but people need to take responsibility unless you are Dominic cummings or a minister ter.. Enjoy weekend

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

"It's, a, question don't pretend to be in it all together if they are finding loopholes or ignoring rules.

Asking a, question is fair

I see where your coming from however its the poor handling by the goverment that is allowing for these loopholes.

No loopholes, no exploitation of the rules.

I agree but people need to take responsibility unless you are Dominic cummings or a minister ter.. Enjoy weekend"

Guys like him certainly don't help the situation.

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me"

Maybe we could have drink after pandamic so I could get to know u

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake

Hope you keep safe and healthy just confused how mask wouldn't help

Have good weekend keep safe"

I didn't say it wouldn't help I just can't breathe properly in them and get panic attacks

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

I think turning point was cummings it changer people's attitudes

Before that people trying working together

His episode made it look like do want u want

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

Maybe we could have drink after pandamic so I could get to know u"

Nah I'm good thanks. You don't seem like the type of person I would like to get to know

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake

Hope you keep safe and healthy just confused how mask wouldn't help

Have good weekend keep safe

I didn't say it wouldn't help I just can't breathe properly in them and get panic attacks"

Hope you stay ok

I know panic attacks terrible things

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By *on12xxMan over a year ago

leeds

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

Maybe we could have drink after pandamic so I could get to know u

Nah I'm good thanks. You don't seem like the type of person I would like to get to know"

Talking and understand always good way forward

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By *UGGYBEAR2015Man over a year ago

BRIDPORT

Just went into town to pick up a prescription and everybody in shops was wearing a face covering.

On the walk back to the car I saw a notice on a shop door,

‘ If you enter this shop not wearing a face covering we will have to take your temperature, unfortunately we only have rectal thermometers ‘

Thought that was very amusing.

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By *ackformore100Man over a year ago

Tin town

"It's, a, question don't pretend to be in it all together if they are finding loopholes or ignoring rules.

Asking a, question is fair "

You make a fair point, there seems to be a cottage industry of people trying to find the many loopholes and inconsistencies in the rules that are there for yours and mine protection and health. (not saying there are some situations or individuals who are unable to) but some of the "reasons" are very much in the dog ate my homework mould.

You don't have to look very hard to find excuses if you want to. Well done to you if that makes you feel better. But equally you don't have to try very hard to wear one either.

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By *otsossieMan over a year ago

local, but not too local

" I didn't say it wouldn't help I just can't breathe properly in them and get panic attacks"

I know what you mean. A headscarf is also ok and is thinner and easier for breathing.

Try short periods around the house then for longer. Try not to make a big deal if it in your head.

I know that’s easy to say but I promise it works.

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By *az080378Woman over a year ago

Cromer

" I didn't say it wouldn't help I just can't breathe properly in them and get panic attacks

I know what you mean. A headscarf is also ok and is thinner and easier for breathing.

Try short periods around the house then for longer. Try not to make a big deal if it in your head.

I know that’s easy to say but I promise it works. "

This is what I did, wandering around at home to get used to it, I went through a fair few styles of facemask to find one I was comfortable in, a few made me feel quite suffocated as when I breathed in the were sucked towards my mouth but found I style I'm happy with and feel do much more comfortable shopping when wearing one.

I really do think it's trial and error to find what works, ultimately,the best thing you can do for yourself and others.

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me"

They know you have asthma, you said

They know you're a smoker it's on your profile

Just saying ...

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By *amissCouple over a year ago

chelmsford

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

I don't know you but your excuses don't tie up with evidence in photos and if you have such basmf asthma you should be avoiding busy places. How many inhalers do uvtake

Can people stop the online bullying please. Are you the police no. If the government have offered exemption take it up with them. "

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

Being asthmatic is not an automatic exemption for not wearing a face mask which is probably why people are being challenged about it.

3. When you do not need to wear a face covering

In settings where face coverings are required in England, there are some circumstances, for health, age or equality reasons, where people are not expected to wear face coverings. Please be mindful and respectful of such circumstances, noting that some people are less able to wear face coverings, and that the reasons for this may not be visible to others.

It is not compulsory for shop or supermarket staff or transport workers to wear face coverings (see section 6), although employers may consider their use where appropriate and where other mitigations are not in place. Employers should continue to follow COVID-19 Secure guidelines to reduce the proximity and duration of contact between employees.

You do not need to wear a face covering if you have a legitimate reason not to. This includes (but is not limited to):

young children under the age of 11 (Public Health England do not recommended face coverings for children under the age of 3 for health and safety reasons)

not being able to put on, wear or remove a face covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment, or disability

if putting on, wearing or removing a face covering will cause you severe distress

if you are travelling with or providing assistance to someone who relies on lip reading to communicate

to avoid harm or injury, or the risk of harm or injury, to yourself or others

to avoid injury, or to escape a risk of harm, and you do not have a face covering with you

to eat or drink if reasonably necessary

in order to take medication

if a police officer or other official requests you remove your face covering

There are also scenarios when you are permitted to remove a face covering when asked:

if asked to do so in a bank, building society, or post office for identification

if asked to do so by shop staff or relevant employees for identification, the purpose of assessing health recommendations, such as a pharmacist, or for age identification purposes including when buying age restricted products such as alcohol

if speaking with people who rely on lip reading, facial expressions and clear sound. Some may ask you, either verbally or in writing, to remove a covering to help with communication

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

" I didn't say it wouldn't help I just can't breathe properly in them and get panic attacks

I know what you mean. A headscarf is also ok and is thinner and easier for breathing.

Try short periods around the house then for longer. Try not to make a big deal if it in your head.

I know that’s easy to say but I promise it works. "

Someone suggested that to me a couple days back. I am giving that a go and upto a whole minute now.

My goal is 5mins buy the end of the month

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

" Selfish

Selfish is one thing I most definitely am not. You don't know me or anything about me

They know you have asthma, you said

They know you're a smoker it's on your profile

Just saying ..."

I actually haven't smoked for ages now

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By *otsossieMan over a year ago

local, but not too local

One thing I hadn’t thought if us if you find it difficult to wear a mask, try to make it a fetish thing in your head.

It’s a masquerade ball. Nobody knows who you are.

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By *otsossieMan over a year ago

local, but not too local

Oh and there was a guy in our corner shop with a medical exemption for anxiety from his doctor.

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By *adyGardenWoman over a year ago

LONDON (se)

"Oh and there was a guy in our corner shop with a medical exemption for anxiety from his doctor. "

I think they should all be issued by a Dr. As it stands anyone can just download it.

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

"Being asthmatic is not an automatic exemption for not wearing a face mask which is probably why people are being challenged about it.

3. When you do not need to wear a face covering

You do not need to wear a face covering if you have a legitimate reason not to. This includes (but is not limited to):

young children under the age of 11 (Public Health England do not recommended face coverings for children under the age of 3 for health and safety reasons)

not being able to put on, wear or remove a face covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment, or disability

if putting on, wearing or removing a face covering will cause you severe distress

if you are travelling with or providing assistance to someone who relies on lip reading to communicate

to avoid harm or injury, or the risk of harm or injury, to yourself or others

to avoid injury, or to escape a risk of harm, and you do not have a face covering with you

to eat or drink if reasonably necessary

in order to take medication

if a police officer or other official requests you remove your face covering

There are also scenarios when you are permitted to remove a face covering when asked:

if asked to do so in a bank, building society, or post office for identification

if speaking with people who rely on lip reading, facial expressions and clear sound. Some may ask you, either verbally or in writing, to remove a covering to help with communication"

And you have just proved the point.

She is under no obligation to tell you the reason why she doesn't wear a mask.

She can do what she likes with her own body.

As someone stated above you are deliberately picking on the person with absolutely no clue of thier physical or mental state.

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By *atEvolution OP Couple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

Reading news reports this morning that are stating people 'feel safer' and it seems that the shops are busier too because of it.

A Win for Safety and a Win for the Economy.

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