Pupils and all adults in Maldon's schools have been asked to wear face coverings when moving around indoors.

The move comes following the county's move into tier 2 'High' level pandemic restrictions on Saturday (17 October). Schools have also been asked to revisit their risk assessments to see if these need to be upgraded in any way.

An Essex County Council spokesperson said: "In education settings that teach those in Year 7 and above, students and adults should now wear face coverings when moving around indoors, unless the person is exempt from doing so.

"This requirement would apply in corridors and communal areas where social distancing is difficult to maintain.

"We have asked schools to review their risk assessments and to inform parents of any changes they have introduced.

"Parents will need to provide their child with a mask and ensure they know how and when to wear it."