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Since June 1, trains, trams, buses and metros have been operating on the 'normal' timetable again. The night network and the last trains that were still missing will also run from Monday 29 June, so the full timetable has resumed from then on. Since June 1, travelers have had to wear a mouth mask. You will be asked to put this mask on well in advance before boarding. 

The train still remains only for travelers who really need to travel. The NS uses the following measures to minimize the spread: only take a seat on train seats marked with green stickers, use a facemask, keep sufficient distance in the train and when getting on and off, as little as possible and travel only when absolutely necessary.

For travelers without a medical condition or physical limitation, the mouth masks are generally easy to handle, but for travelers with a medical condition or physical limitation this is not possible. Interest organization Every (in) and travelers association Rover have asked the responsible ministries for an exemption from the mask for public transport in the event of a medical defect, for example. They advocate for this group an alternative, such as a splash guard.

Rover receives all kinds of complaints and reports from travelers who, for medical reasons, cannot wear a face mask and are therefore unable to travel and are forced to sit at home. These are, for example, travelers with physical limitations to the arms and hands, travelers with muscle diseases and travelers with lung problems. According to various media, in many European countries there is an exception to the mask for public transport for medical reasons.

"Everyone should be able to make a necessary trip by public transport, but people who do not tolerate a mask are now forced to stay at home," said Rover and Elke. The organizations argue that people can choose a suitable alternative themselves, such as a splash guard.

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