Immunocompromised people say looser mask exemption criteria means they may need to further restrict their activities in order to stay safe.
Under the new rules, exemptions can be handed out for those with hay fever, dizziness, tiredness, a tendency to get dry eyes, those wearing glasses or a face covering - or people who say masks give them a runny nose.
It's an online, self-identifying process to request a legally-binding card that says you don't need to wear a mask.
Tess Brunton has more.
