Trade unions slam Nphet advice to end mask-wearing 

The National Public Health Emergency Team (Nphet) has advised that mask-wearing will no longer apply in schools, public transport, taxis, retail settings and certain workplaces. 

Trade unions representing teachers, public transport workers and retail staff have sharply criticised the recommendation to relax mask-wearing requirements in workplaces and schools. 

The National Public Health Emergency Team (Nphet) has advised that mask-wearing will no longer apply in schools, public transport, taxis, retail settings and certain workplaces.