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Ditching my mask from today except for in hospital settings

996 replies

Frittataz · 19/07/2021 06:46

Clearly this is fine legally speaking but AIBU to expect not to be asked to wear a mask from today onwards? I’ll wear one when attending hospital/doctors appointments but that’s it that’s were i draw the line. I shouldn’t be expected to explain myself right? I’ve wore a mask from the beginning and stuck to every rule. I won’t be rushing out to go to nightclubs as I didn’t do that before covid and i don’t suddenly feel the need to surround myself (closely) with lots of other people but I am looking forward to taking my daughter shopping and going to the cinema without having to wear a mask.

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RobinWoodPrinceofLeaves · 19/07/2021 07:37

We are all selfish, it’s a human trait but I don’t think you are being so in this case. I don’t think many places will refuse to serve you if government rules have been relaxed.

I’d keep one just in case though. Some smaller places would struggle if staff caught covid and had to shut down through isolation again.

Masks have been really effective though for everyone I know, for not catching covid, and other airborne colds, flus etc.

Youarestillintherunning · 19/07/2021 07:37

I don't really understand what you want from posting this thread? You've already made up your mind that you won't be wearing one which is your choice, regardless of what people say, why the thread for it? Sorry, I'm just not sure what kind of reply you're trying to get?

Coolwaterscoolcool · 19/07/2021 07:38

You’re lucky you have a choice to wear a mask or not. Unfortunately your choice will impact some other people who don’t have a choice about being clinically vulnerable and as a result of “freedom day” are now confined to their houses or risk dying of covid. Mind the rest of us will be able to watch a film or going shopping without a mask so it’s all fair isn’t it!? 😑

MostlyMaple · 19/07/2021 07:39

I'll only be wearing my mask in medical settings OP. No longer will I wear one whilst food shopping, thank god!

lompolo · 19/07/2021 07:40

@Frittataz

If thousands of people can attend indoor nightclubs and indoor sporting events then I don’t see people should be expected to wear a mask to go shopping.
Just because we have an incompetent government who are ignoring the data doesn't mean, hospitals, doctors, dentist and hairdressers have to agree to the rules changes.

They can still make mask wearing necessary for their customers.

Personally I will be avoiding places that don't insist their customers wear a mask.

Jurassicparkinajug · 19/07/2021 07:40

Why wouldn't you want to protect others? It really isn't that much of a hardship to wear a mask. The selfishness of people has shocked me during this pandemic.

MadeOfStarStuff · 19/07/2021 07:40

It’s not a legal requirement for men to wear a shirt but plenty of places won’t serve them if they’re not. Masks are the same, shops can (and I hope do!) enforce their rules whether it’s legally required or not.

YABU and very selfish not to wear a mask if the place you’re going still requires them. It’s a tiny measure which protects everyone around you

JordanPickford · 19/07/2021 07:40

What kind of person wakes up on a Monday morning and decides they’re just going to wind up some strangers on the internet Confused

MilkTwoSugarsThanks · 19/07/2021 07:40

Tbh OP I think you're just being a GF now and I shall leave you to your weird joy.

Terhou · 19/07/2021 07:40

@Frittataz

But they’re not a legal requirement and if I am asked to wear one in shops I will gently remind them of that.
Shops are perfectly entitled by law to set their own conditions of entry.
echt · 19/07/2021 07:42

@MostlyMaple

I'll only be wearing my mask in medical settings OP. No longer will I wear one whilst food shopping, thank god!
You do know masks are intended to protect others from you, don't you?

So you give less of a fuck about others when you're shopping, eh?

Hmm
uktrippin · 19/07/2021 07:42

"I was just out shopping and a safety Marshall for that store, stopped a girl who wasn't wearing a mask. Explaining to her the dangers etc which I thought was wrong."

Rubbish. You just made this up

MarchXX · 19/07/2021 07:42

@DarceyDashwood

If you don’t want to wear a mask don’t wear one. Starting a thread proclaiming this fact is a bit tedious though. Feel very sorry for shop and hospitality staff today who probably will have to carry on wearing masks to protect customers who clearly don’t give a crap about them
Um, why are you on here commenting and reading the thread, then? As there have been a number of responses from other mnetters, its clearly not tedious to them.

I'd always thought that mn was a place to discuss popular topics both important or 'trivial'.

Me, I'm watching this unfold with interest I as stay in Scotland, you know, that place where men can identify as women and it's illegal to complain when they invade our spaces Hmm.

Porcupineintherough · 19/07/2021 07:42

You do that hun. Go busy places, lots of busy places (pref inside). Breath deeply.

Foxhasbigsocks · 19/07/2021 07:43

I’m going to carry on wearing one in any indoor environment.

I would anyway as I don’t want to catch covid but also one of my dds is in a class at school with a boy whose mum is CEV. She’s had the vaccine and said she was really looking forward to being able to do things again but sadly it turns out it doesn’t work for her due to her condition (antibody tests have shown). We are mindful that anything we do that exposes dd also exposes her ds and ultimately her.

Justgettingbye · 19/07/2021 07:43

DD school still asking people to wear one for the last week which I will like I have all along. Most parents haven't bothered wearing them for a while even though the school have asked for parents to cooperate.

I will still take mine with me and if required wear one otherwise I've been double jabbed and will be happy not to

YellowBellyCat · 19/07/2021 07:43

@Howcanthisbe123

Whilst you was giving birth!? He knocked you up during a pandemic....you couldn’t get closer!.....that’s the stylist thing I’ve ever heard! Is he going to infect you and the baby upon delivery if he doesnt wear one? What about when you all go home? Will he wear one indoors?

Madness.

Can't believe how thick some people are.
CormoranStrike · 19/07/2021 07:43

@Frittataz

People judge all the time. It’s nothing new. I’m sure I’ll survive.
Out of curiosity, why did you start a thread on this?

Your view is entrenched - and you are entitled to it - but did you really want an AIBU pile on when you don’t think you are being even slightly unreasonable?

Ultimatecougar · 19/07/2021 07:43

For all the worriers on here, if you don't want to catch Covid from someone maskless, just don't get close to them. I have observed since masks were brought in social distancing in shops has suffered. It's like people believe they don't have to bother because they've got a mask.

I work in a company where we haven't worn masks throughout but we do maintain strict social distancing. We have lots of people on site and we haven't seen workplace transmission, even though some workers have contracted the disease from the community. We have people separated into teams so we could track workplace spread and we haven't seen any.

Keep distant from the people in shops and you won't have a problem.

Aprilx · 19/07/2021 07:44

@TeddingtonTrashbag

Going to an expensive hairdressing appointment later that requires being in the salon 3 hours. If they require a mask I will cancel. Their loss.
Your loss too if you wanted your hair done.
Howcanthisbe123 · 19/07/2021 07:44

Is there actual evidence anywhere that wearing a mask stops transmission? And if so by how much percent?

reluctantbrit · 19/07/2021 07:45

@Frittataz

But they’re not a legal requirement so how can they do that? If I really wanted to I could simply lie and say that I’m exempt but why should I have to do that.
Shops can set rules about entry to their premises, they can ask people to be dress decently even if you insist a bikini is covering everying.

We actually just bought FFP2 masks as they protect the wearer better from droplets than a fabric one. I am determin to protect myself from this madness and enjoy the summer because of people who don't see that the virus is not looking at Boris' calendar and just stop spreading.

ilovesooty · 19/07/2021 07:45

@JordanPickford

What kind of person wakes up on a Monday morning and decides they’re just going to wind up some strangers on the internet Confused
People who behave like children and have an immature need for validation I imagine.

Or people who like confrontation and are getting into practice for their 'gentle reminders' later.

Unanananana · 19/07/2021 07:45

Depends how you are going to react when they GENTLY ask you to leave for not complying. Will you abuse/assault the staff? Stamp your feet? Because thats what you sound like.

I have vunerable staff members that don't have a choice but to work. But in your opinion, they are lowly shop workers undeserving of your simple action of wearing a mask. Vile.

As lowly shop workers, we will continue wearing masks/face shields to protect our customers. We expect the same courtesy. That, or keep your distance from us.

AlexaShutUp · 19/07/2021 07:46

Anyway, OP. Enjoy your freedom. If your behaviour results in vulnerable people having to stay at home, small businesses being forced to close, or worse still, people dying unnecessarily, at least you'll be able to sleep easy because you have a legal justification for your actions.

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