British MPs are under more pressure to wear masks in work as the House of Commons mandated face coverings for all staff. The new rule applies to all staff, contractors, and visitors. But it doesn’t apply to MPs, who are not Parliament employees. A spokesman for the House of Commons spokesman said “the House’s priority is to ensure that those on the estate are safe while business is facilitated.” “Due to recent increases in COVID-19 across the country, which are also being reflected in Parliament, we have updated our COVID-19 guidance for those working on the estate,” the statement reads. “Face coverings are now mandatory for all staff, contractors, and third parties while on the estate, unless there is a legitimate exemption in place.” Officials said Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle would be encouraging elected representatives, despite not being obliged to wear a face covering, to put one on in the …