The City of Amsterdam on Wednesday began ordering the use of face masks in crowded areas such as its “Red Light” prostitution district, in a drive against the coronavirus that stands in contrast with national policy, Reuters reports.
Last week, the national Dutch government decided not to advise the public to wear masks, saying their effectiveness against the disease has not been proven and they may weaken adherence to social distancing rules.
The World Health Organisation has recommended using masks in areas where it is impossible to maintain social distancing since June.
