These are the rules on wearing face masks in taxis and Ubers as public transport advice changes

From 15 June, it is mandatory for people to wear face coverings on public transport in England.

It is the law that you must wear a face covering when travelling in England on a:

• bus or coach
• train or tram
• ferry or hovercraft or other vessel
• aircraft
• cable car

But what about when riding in a taxi?

Here's everything you need to know:

Do I have to wear a mask in a taxi?

While you must wear a face covering by law when travelling on a bus or coach, train or tram, ferry or hovercraft or other vessel, aircraft, or cable car, the new rules do not apply to taxis or private hire vehicles.

The Department for Transport advises that passengers “should” wear a face covering when making a journey, but you cannot be punished under the law for not doing so.

However, they note that taxi drivers may be entitled to refuse to accept you if you are not wearing a face covering, and some high-profile taxi service companies have implemented new rules for customers.

The best advice is to check the policies of the taxi or ride-sharing company before you travel.