Uber issues update on face mask rules following changes in UK Covid laws. Picture: PA Car-hailing app Uber has issued an update to users across the country following a change in the law surrounding Coronavirus. The owners of the service released a statement as laws changed in England regarding face masks and social distancing on Monday, July 19. The update comes after a consultation with drivers and riders nationwide. What have Uber said? Ash Kebriti, Uber General Manager, UK said: “There is nothing more important than the safety of our drivers and the riders who use the Uber app. "As cities continue to open up, we will ensure that face coverings or masks continue to be a mandatory requirement, unless exempt, when travelling with Uber across the UK.”