Covid marshals helping out on buses in York as school return
It's part of a range of safety measures on First York buses.
A team of Covid marshals are going to be on standby to help out on buses in York - as schools go back next week.
Bus company First York is placing the marshals on buses and at stops around the city.
As part of their role, they'll be reminding people about social distancing and the need to wear a face covering.
First York is also adding extra services on some routes and has stepped up cleaning of its vehicles.
Marc Bichtemann, Managing Director of First York, said: “Parents have done an amazing job in supporting their children through home learning since the start of the year. We’re ready now to play our part as education goes back to the classroom. Pupils and parents relying on the bus can be confident journeys to and from school will be simple and straightforward.”
“This has been completed in partnership with the transport and education teams in the local authority, as well as schools and we look forward to welcoming pupils back on to our buses.”
“It’s the law to wear a face covering on the bus, unless under 11 or exempt, just as in shops and other indoor places. This must cover the nose and mouth throughout the journey and we encourage everyone to follow the public health guidance to wash hands or use a sanitiser before and after travel.”
First York is encouraging customers to use contactless payment on buses if possible.