LONDON – London Mayor Sadiq Khan on Friday called on the British government to make face masks compulsory for people traveling around in the capital or shopping.

Mayor said there was evidence from around the world that face coverings help prevent the spread of the virus.

New York has ordered residents to wear masks or substitute face coverings in any public condition that might not allow them to be at least six feet away from others.

“In situations where it is not possible for us to maintain our social distance, think of public transport use, when you are in a shop, we need bandandas like scarves, like reusable masks like non-medical face coverings. Must use., “Khan told the BBC.

Social distancing guidelines in the United Kingdom do not mention wearing a face mask, but Khan said it should be changed.

Britain’s lockdown was extended for at least three weeks on Thursday as its death toll rose to 13,729, and opposition Labor Party leader Keir Starmer warned that the country would be the worst hit in Europe There is danger of.