Department says non-mask wearing pupils should not be excluded in 'first instance'

Children may be exempt from wearing masks in certain circumstances.

Parents are being asked to work with schools “in a spirit of partnership and co-operation” as the new advice regarding the wearing of masks is rolled out. 

The measures, which were brought in last week, say that children aged from nine upwards should wear masks in school, following advice from the National Public Health Emergency Team (Nphet).