BAGMA say they have had many callers asking whether customers and staff have to wear face coverings in dealerships as of last Friday (July 24th).

The Association says they have been looking into the much-asked question about the wearing of face coverings in dealerships showrooms.

They say the very late but more specific Government guidance issued on July 23 did not clearly answer this question but was clear that, in England, from Friday July 24, members of the public need to wear face coverings - for example, a fabric covering, scarf, bandana or mask - that covers the nose and mouth in enclosed public and retail spaces. Anyone caught not sticking to the rules will be liable to a £100 fine from the police.

As a consequence BAGMA say they are encouraging dealers "to insist that customers wear face coverings when visiting their premises in order to protect their own staff as well as their customers."

You can read BAGMA's full article on the face coverings issue here.

Read the full Government guidance here.