Face masks still optional on public transport


KUALA LUMPUR: The wearing of face masks on public transport is not compulsory for now but it is encouraged due to the recent spike in Covid-19 cases, says Anthony Loke.

“Any policies or rules regarding face mask usage can only be established by the Health Ministry. We will not set our own policy.

“So far, it is not compulsory; we only encourage it, so it is up to the public,” the Transport Minister said after opening the China (ChongQing)-Malaysia New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor Regional Cooperation and Exchange Conference yesterday, Bernama reported.

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On Monday, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the government does not intend to reinstate restrictions such as the movement control order at present despite the spike in Covid-19 cases.

He said the situation was still under control and that healthcare facilities were not burdened as a result of his ministry strengthening the Covid-19 management plan, which outlines five main strategies.

A total of 20,696 Covid-19 cases were reported during the 50th Epidemiology Week (ME) from Dec 10-16, an increase of 62.2% compared with the 12,757 cases in ME-49.

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