A POPULAR record store has made the decision to stick with face masks after the easing of coronavirus restrictions.

The final easing of lockdown restrictions will come into play from Monday, July 19 - dubbed Freedom Day.

Clocktower Music on Bridport Trading Estate, however, has announced it will still require customers to wear masks, following social distancing guidelines and wear the disposable gloves provided when browsing the records.

A spokesman for Clocktower Music said "Wearing face masks will become a matter of personal choice with the end of restrictions in England.

"Clocktower Music will be following this personal choice by requiring customers to continue wearing masks, follow social distancing guidelines and wear the disposable gloves we provide.

"Whilst we will review over time, right now we believe with rising numbers of infection and with the uncertainty of effectiveness even after two doses of vaccine, it is more important to protect our customers and staff by providing a safe shopping environment."