Face coverings are compulsory in shops, banks and supermarkets from today (24/7) and those who do not wear them will face a hefty fine.
Face coverings can be anything from a scarf, piece of cloth, mask, or a visor.
The use of face coverings is already mandatory for people using public transport as part of the efforts to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
And, from today, shoppers must wear a face covering whilst out shopping in Milton Keynes - including whilst walking through shopping centres including the centre:mk.
Those who fail to wear a face covering will face a fine of up to £100 - in line with those failing to wear a face mask on public transport. The fine will reduce to £50 if paid within 14 days.
The new law does not apply to staff working in shops and people are not required to wear masks inside pubs, bars or restaurants.
Police have said that it is the responsibility of shop managers to ask non-mask wearers to leave their stores instead of calling them out to solve the problem.
It has been reported that officers will only attend shops or supermarkets if people not wearing a face covering refuse to leave a shop.
According to the College of Policing, officers will have the power to "use force" to remove customers from shops if they do not wear face coverings, as well as prevent them from entering.
Some people are exempt from the rules - children under 11 and those with breathing problems are not required to wear a covering.
Additional reporting: Sky News
