Omicron: DfE ‘strongly advising’ mask wearing on English campuses

It's all very well 'making recommendations' it's rather like Sergeant Wilson on Dad's Army saying 'would you mind standing to attention'. The fact is that with a few exceptions students don't wear face coverings, not in public spaces, nor in lectures. One University has provided (since the start of term) a slide to show at the start of lectures which says 'face coverings should be worn during this lecture - please respect the wishes of the module leader and help protect those who are vulnerable'. Most will simply sit there, unmasked and defiant. I am certain that some students who have concerns or underlying health conditions are staying away.