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  1. Does the ban on face coverings apply at all healthcare institutions?

    Yes. From 1 August 2019 you may no longer wear clothing that makes your face unidentifiable, such as a full-face motorcycle ...

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  2. What does the partial ban on face coverings entail?

    On 1 August 2019 a ban was introduced on face coverings on public transport or in and around government, healthcare or ...

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  3. Where does the ban on face coverings apply?

    The ban on wearing face coverings applies in and around the buildings of healthcare institutions, educational institutions and ...

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  4. Does the ban on face coverings apply in Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba as special municipalities of the Netherlands?

    The ban does not apply in Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba, because this is not specified in the law. The ban does not apply in ...

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  5. Does the ban on face coverings apply at all government buildings?

    Yes. From 1 August 2019 face coverings may no longer be worn in or around government buildings such as town halls, police ...

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  6. Does the ban on face coverings apply on public transport?

    The ban on face coverings applies on metros, trains, trams and buses run by public transport companies. The ban does not apply in ...

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  7. Does the ban on face coverings apply at all educational institutions?

    The ban on face coverings applies at all educational institutions that are recognised by the government or receive government ...

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