'Don't make shop staff enforce mask rules' - Retail chief

Good afternoon,

As we ease into a slightly more normal way of life, the debate continues on whether the wearing of face masks should be mandatory in Northern Ireland's shops as in England. While the Stormont Executive says the issue is "under continuous review", the chief executive of Retail NI has urged for clarity on the matter as quickly as possible and that shop staff should not be asked to enforce any mask regulations.

Meanwhile, two people in Northern Ireland have tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number infected to 5,790.

Stay safe,

Valerie Martin,

Head of Content