In light of the current heightened risk of spread of the Covid-19 virus and having consulted with the Moderator and Convener of the General Council, and in line with delegated authority from the General Council, it has been agreed that the following change to the guidance should apply to all PCI congregations in Northern Ireland, with immediate effect:

Services of Worship: During all services of worship in PCI congregations everyone aged 13 and over, apart from those exempted, must continue to wear face coverings on entry and exit and now also during the entire service, apart from when leading from the front i.e. face coverings should no longer be removed when seated at a service of worship. This includes funeral services and wedding services.