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Published 22:37 IST, July 20th 2020

Face masks now required in France’s indoor venues

Face masks were made obligatory in retail stores and other enclosed public spaces in France on Monday, amid new coronavirus outbreaks across the country.

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Face masks were made obligatory in retail stores and other enclosed public spaces in France on Monday, amid new coronavirus outbreaks across the country.

Masks were already required in museums, on public transport, in cinemas, places of worship, and other enclosed spaces.

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The list has now been expanded to include stores, shopping centres, supermarkets, government offices, banks and covered markets.

A fine of 135 euros ($155) can be levied against those who don't comply.

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France has reported more than 30,000 COVID-19-related deaths, nearly half of them in retirement homes.

The Western European country brought down infections with a strict two-month lockdown but is now seeing some worrisome signs that the virus is making a comeback.

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Health Minister Olivier Veran said Monday that one new source of infections appeared to be families getting together for the summer vacation.

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22:37 IST, July 20th 2020