What will a vaccine passport allow me to do?
3 years, 8 months ago

What will a vaccine passport allow me to do?

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Currently, British residents can request an NHS Covid Pass two weeks after receiving their second dose via the health service’s official website or app. Those watching the England team at Wembley during Euro 2020, for instance, are being asked to present their NHS Covid Pass or a negative lateral flow test result as a condition of entry. However, given that Covishield is chemically identical to the AstraZeneca vaccine, that is an administrative technicality that could be overcome and Germany and Spain are among nine EU member countries that have already move to assure India that, even without EMA approval, they will accept entrants treated with it. Aside from that, some civil liberties groups have raised privacy concerns about vaccine passports being used to track the movements of British citizens and a petition is still active calling on the government to abandon them for fear they “could be used to restrict the rights of people who have refused a Covid-19 vaccine”.

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NHS flu jabs and Covid boosters to be scrapped for millions
1 year, 7 months ago

NHS flu jabs and Covid boosters to be scrapped for millions

The Independent  

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England rolls out spring Covid-19 booster shots for vulnerable groups
1 year, 11 months ago

England rolls out spring Covid-19 booster shots for vulnerable groups

Firstpost  

The National Health Service said others eligible can book in on the UK’s National Booking Service or the NHS App from next Wednesday, with the first appointments available from April 17 London: Around five million people in England will be eligible for a spring Covid-19 booster vaccine, including over 75-year-olds, those with a weakened immune system, and care home residents, …

Travellers unable to show vaccination records as NHS Covid Pass goes down
2 years, 7 months ago

Travellers unable to show vaccination records as NHS Covid Pass goes down

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The NHS Covid Pass, a digital record of individuals’ vaccine …

Covid UK: Calls for booster jabs by Autumn as cases continue to rise
2 years, 9 months ago

Covid UK: Calls for booster jabs by Autumn as cases continue to rise

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Professor Finn suggested September would be a good time to start a new booster campaign …

Which countries have fewest Covid travel rules?
3 years ago

Which countries have fewest Covid travel rules?

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A new handy travel map of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East shows travellers which …

People with Covid in England won't need to self-isolate
3 years, 1 month ago

People with Covid in England won't need to self-isolate

India Today  

People with Covid-19 won't be legally required to self-isolate in England starting in the coming week, the UK government has announced, as part of a plan for “living with Covid” that is also likely to see testing for coronavirus scaled back. “We’ve reached a stage where we think you can shift the balance away from state mandation, away from banning …

UK: People with COVID in England won’t need to self-isolate
3 years, 1 month ago

UK: People with COVID in England won’t need to self-isolate

Associated Press  

LONDON — People with COVID-19 won’t be legally required to self-isolate in England starting in the coming week, the U.K. government has announced, as part of a plan for “living with COVID” that is also likely to see testing for the coronavirus scaled back. “We’ve reached a stage where we think you can shift the balance away from state mandation, …

Spain, France and Norway ease Covid travel rules
3 years, 1 month ago

Spain, France and Norway ease Covid travel rules

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The French Embassy in London says: “Vaccinated people do not need to take any Covid-19 travel tests before they travel …

Travel testing abolished for fully vaccinated travellers to the UK: the key questions
3 years, 2 months ago

Travel testing abolished for fully vaccinated travellers to the UK: the key questions

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Fully vaccinated travellers to the UK will no longer have to take a “day two” test …

UK to drop COVID-19 testing requirements for fully vaccinated travellers
3 years, 2 months ago

UK to drop COVID-19 testing requirements for fully vaccinated travellers

ABC  

The British government will scrap coronavirus testing requirements for fully vaccinated travellers from next month, a decision the travel industry has hailed as a major step towards normality. Key points: From February 11, fully vaccinated travellers will no longer be required to take a COVID-19 test when arriving in the UK The travel industry has welcomed the decision, saying it …

UK scraps Covid tests for fully vaccinated travellers from February 11
3 years, 2 months ago

UK scraps Covid tests for fully vaccinated travellers from February 11

India Today  

Britain on Monday announced that it will scrap Covid-19 test requirements for fully vaccinated travellers entering England from next month. UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps made a statement in the House of Commons outlining the Covid travel update, confirming that from 4am local time on February 11 travellers who have had both doses of a Covid vaccine will no longer …

UK to lift travel test requirements for the vaccinated
3 years, 2 months ago

UK to lift travel test requirements for the vaccinated

Associated Press  

LONDON — The British government announced Monday that it is scrapping coronavirus travel testing requirements for the vaccinated, news hailed by the travel industry as a big step back to normality. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that “to show that this country is open for business, open for travelers, you will see changes so that people arriving no longer have …

UK to lift travel test requirements for the vaccinated
3 years, 2 months ago

UK to lift travel test requirements for the vaccinated

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy British Prime Minister Boris Johnson …

Huge boost for half-term holidays as ministers set to scrap Covid tests for fully-jabbed
3 years, 2 months ago

Huge boost for half-term holidays as ministers set to scrap Covid tests for fully-jabbed

Daily Mail  

Holidaying Britons will not have to take a Covid test after returning to the UK within weeks under plans designed to 'set Britain free', Grant Shapps confirmed today. The Transport Secretary told MPs today that it was clear that the border test regime - which costs around £120 per family - had 'outlived its usefulness' and he was 'setting Britain …

From boosters to Brexit: What will your holiday look like in 2022?
3 years, 2 months ago

From boosters to Brexit: What will your holiday look like in 2022?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UK Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Some countries already …

Foreign jabs to be good enough for travel – but only from December
3 years, 4 months ago

Foreign jabs to be good enough for travel – but only from December

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While those jabbed by the NHS need not quarantine in the event of being “pinged” after a flight to the …

Which countries’ vaccines are recognised in the UK?
3 years, 4 months ago

Which countries’ vaccines are recognised in the UK?

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy In mid-September, the UK government announced major changes to the country’s international travel and health rules …

Expert advisor on Covid calls for footballers to face vaccine passports to play in Premier League
3 years, 5 months ago

Expert advisor on Covid calls for footballers to face vaccine passports to play in Premier League

Daily Mail  

‘Prima Donna’ footballers have been rebuked by a public health expert who advises Government on Covid infection for refusing to be vaccinated against the virus. Five England stars have joined the sqaud this week without having a vaccination - manager Gareth Southgate has been among those urging players to be jabbed Prof Neal is fed up with what he sees …

Where can I get the flu vaccine?
3 years, 5 months ago

Where can I get the flu vaccine?

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It is really important people get vaccinated,” said Dr Jenny Harries of the UK Health …

COVID-19 vaccine certification for travel must meet ‘minimum criteria’: UK
3 years, 6 months ago

COVID-19 vaccine certification for travel must meet ‘minimum criteria’: UK

India TV News  

The COVID-19 vaccine certification from all countries must meet a "minimum criteria" and that it is working with India on a "phased approach" to its international travel norms, the United Kingdom government said. But with India’s vaccine certification not on a list of 18 approved countries, Indian travellers to the UK will continue to be treated as non-vaccinated and therefore …

England simplifies COVID-19 travel rules bashed as confusing
3 years, 6 months ago

England simplifies COVID-19 travel rules bashed as confusing

Associated Press  

LONDON — The British government announced a major simplification of its rules for international travel on Friday, heeding complaints from travelers and businesses that its regulations aimed at staving off the spread of COVID-19 were cumbersome and ineffective. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said the “simpler, more straightforward system” would allow “more people to travel, see loved ones or conduct business …

Vaccination passports are being considered around the world, but the ACT is unlikely to ease COVID-19 restrictions for double-dosed Canberrans
3 years, 6 months ago

Vaccination passports are being considered around the world, but the ACT is unlikely to ease COVID-19 restrictions for double-dosed Canberrans

ABC  

A ritual has become normalised across parts of continental Europe. However, Mr Barr says his government does not need to encourage vaccination, as Canberrans are less hesitant about getting the shots than other Australians. The Chief Minister says his government does not need to use QR codes or vaccine passports as an incentive, but acknowledges "it might be an issue …

UK's Johnson hopes to avoid lockdown in winter virus roadmap
3 years, 6 months ago

UK's Johnson hopes to avoid lockdown in winter virus roadmap

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Health Secretary Sajid Javid said Sunday that the passes, …

Australia to trial vaccine passports over coming days as post-Covid opening preparation begins
3 years, 6 months ago

Australia to trial vaccine passports over coming days as post-Covid opening preparation begins

CNN  

CNN — Australians have been told to “dust off passports” after the federal government announced it would begin a trial of vaccine passports with some countries this week – the latest step in Australia’s reopening to the world. Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said that once 80% of Australia’s adult population has received both shots, people will again be allowed …

Vaccine passports could be mandatory for WA events and air travel by year's end
3 years, 6 months ago

Vaccine passports could be mandatory for WA events and air travel by year's end

ABC  

West Australians could require COVID-19 vaccine passports to go to football matches, concerts and fly interstate and overseas by late this year. Key points: Vaccine passports are set to become a way of life in WA Vaccine passports are set to become a way of life in WA An announcement on when exactly they will come into force is yet …

Boris Johnson ditches UK's COVID-19 vaccine passport plan under pressure from his own party
3 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson ditches UK's COVID-19 vaccine passport plan under pressure from his own party

ABC  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is scrapping the introduction of vaccine passports, announcing he will set out his plans on Tuesday to manage the COVID-19 pandemic during the colder months. Key points: The backtrack comes after officials suggest vaccine passports are necessary Critics within the Conservative party object to vaccine passports as a burden on business and an infringement on …

UK Health Minister rules out Covid-19 lockdowns in future, vaccine passports
3 years, 6 months ago

UK Health Minister rules out Covid-19 lockdowns in future, vaccine passports

Live Mint  

British health minister Sajid Javid said on Sunday he did not expect the country to see any more lockdowns to fight the COVID-19 crisis and ruled out the use of vaccine passports to allow people to attend mass events. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, under fire from some in his governing Conservative Party for raising taxes to fix a health …

Citing high shot rates, Danes end COVID-19 restriction
3 years, 6 months ago

Citing high shot rates, Danes end COVID-19 restriction

Associated Press  

COPENHAGEN, Denmark — After 548 days with restrictions to limit the spread of COVID-19, Denmark’s high vaccination rate has enabled the Scandinavian country to become one of the first European Union nations to lift all domestic restrictions. Jens Lundgren, a professor of viral diseases at the Copenhagen University Hospital said the government would be “quite willing” to reintroduce restrictions if …

Scotland to introduce vaccine passport scheme for large events
3 years, 6 months ago

Scotland to introduce vaccine passport scheme for large events

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Members of the Scottish parliament have backed a vaccine passport …

International COVID vaccine passports available next month, but no change on international border closures
3 years, 6 months ago

International COVID vaccine passports available next month, but no change on international border closures

ABC  

Given it's the only way the virus ends up on our shores, international travel is going to be one of the last things to return to normal. Don't mean to burst any bubbles, but just because people may soon be issued a vaccine passport if they're going overseas, it's not a sign rules on international travel are about to ease. …

The Victorian Premier says the state is heading for a 'vaccine economy', here's what that might look like
3 years, 6 months ago

The Victorian Premier says the state is heading for a 'vaccine economy', here's what that might look like

ABC  

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has sent a clear message as to what the future of the economy looks like in the state, saying proof of double vaccination will now be the price of entry. Key points: The Victorian government will trial increased freedoms for double vaccinated residents Victorian businesses have thrown their support behind a 'vaccine passport' scheme The Moonee …

Fully vaccinated Australians urged to watch out for Covid vaccine passport scam text
3 years, 6 months ago

Fully vaccinated Australians urged to watch out for Covid vaccine passport scam text

Daily Mail  

Double-dosed Australians are being warned to watch out for a 'convincing' text message scam claiming to offer access to vaccine passports, but in reality steals your personal data. Double-dosed Australians are being warned to watch out for a 'convincing' text message scam offering access to vaccine passports Authorities say the text is a con and are urging anyone who receives …

What is a COVID-19 vaccine passport, and do I need one?
3 years, 7 months ago

What is a COVID-19 vaccine passport, and do I need one?

Associated Press  

What is a COVID-19 vaccine passport, and do I need one? “Vaccine passports” are digital or paper documents that show you were vaccinated against COVID-19, and could help you get into a growing number of places. Europe and U.S. states like California and New York created official digital credentials that let you verify your COVID-19 immunization record and convert it …

COVID-19 vaccine passports: When international borders open, how will global travel work?
3 years, 7 months ago

COVID-19 vaccine passports: When international borders open, how will global travel work?

ABC  

Parked outside a Croatian hostel having driven all the way from Sweden, Edmond Faddilsson struggles to list all the countries he's visited on a rampaging post-vaccine tour of Europe. "We're going to be constrained by the fact we can only travel to countries where there's a bilateral agreement to accept the vaccine passport information from each country." In July, following …

Mandatory COVID vaccines or a 'passport'? Either way it's a hot potato Morrison doesn't want
3 years, 7 months ago

Mandatory COVID vaccines or a 'passport'? Either way it's a hot potato Morrison doesn't want

ABC  

As the nation proceeds — but still at an agonisingly slow pace — towards the targets of having 70 and 80 per cent of those 16 and over fully vaccinated, the next big debate is about making the jab compulsory in workplaces. The government already has the beginnings of a vaccine passport scheme, although it won't use that name — …

The COVID-19 'vaccine passport' is coming. Here's how it could work and how it's legal
3 years, 7 months ago

The COVID-19 'vaccine passport' is coming. Here's how it could work and how it's legal

ABC  

Health authorities are currently pleading with Australians to get vaccinated if they can. "If you get vaccinated, there will be special rules that'll apply to you," he said. "Where I have expressed concern around restrictions for unvaccinated people is regarding the small percentage of the population who are medically unable to get the vaccine," she said. "Once 100 per cent …

EFL allows clubs to choose for THEMSELVES if they will require vaccine passports ahead of new season
3 years, 7 months ago

EFL allows clubs to choose for THEMSELVES if they will require vaccine passports ahead of new season

Daily Mail  

EFL clubs will be left to make their own decision on whether to use Covid certification when the new season begins next weekend in the absence of the Government mandating so-called 'vaccine passports'. Championship fans are relying on their clubs to decide if they'll need vaccine passports The EFL have decided to let the club make the decision, with three …

Here's a look at COVID vaccine passport systems in use overseas
3 years, 8 months ago

Here's a look at COVID vaccine passport systems in use overseas

ABC  

An increasing number of countries are using vaccine passports not only at their borders but also to restrict who can participate in social and cultural activities, and in some cases even employment. The European Union this month implemented a vaccine passport system that allows anyone who is fully vaccinated with any of five Western-made vaccines to travel freely within the …

UK economy ‘falling behind’ due to NHS-only vaccine policy, says airport boss
3 years, 8 months ago

UK economy ‘falling behind’ due to NHS-only vaccine policy, says airport boss

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The government’s refusal to allow passengers vaccinated against Covid abroad to avoid self-isolation on arrival is …

Fans warn Covid passports for football matches could cause ‘chaos’
3 years, 8 months ago

Fans warn Covid passports for football matches could cause ‘chaos’

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Football fans have warned that plans to exclude …

Boris Johnson faces major Tory rebellion over Covid vaccine passport plans
3 years, 8 months ago

Boris Johnson faces major Tory rebellion over Covid vaccine passport plans

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Boris Johnson faces a potential major rebellion over Covid vaccine passports …

We’re not virus police, French cafes say of new COVID pass
3 years, 8 months ago

We’re not virus police, French cafes say of new COVID pass

Associated Press  

PARIS — French restaurant owners and workers are as worried as anyone about the coronavirus — but they’re also concerned that new mandatory COVID passes will turn them into virus police instead of purveyors of culinary pleasures. It’s one of hundreds of Paris venues shut down for not respecting limits on visitors since French restaurants reopened in May for the …

Which countries accept the NHS app for travel and how can I prove I’m vaccinated?
3 years, 8 months ago

Which countries accept the NHS app for travel and how can I prove I’m vaccinated?

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. If you live in England, you can use the NHS Covid Pass app or your NHS letter as proof of …

Netherlands to Recognise Covishield as 'Valid Vaccine' Amid EU Green Pass Row
3 years, 8 months ago

Netherlands to Recognise Covishield as 'Valid Vaccine' Amid EU Green Pass Row

News 18  

The Netherlands on Friday recognised Covishield as a valid proof of vaccination against Covid-19 a day after the nine European nations said it would be accepting the India-made vaccines for travel to their countries. The European Union’s Digital Covid certificate or “Green Pass” is coming into effect on Thursday with an aim to facilitate free movement during the COVID-19 pandemic. …

Mandatory vaccine passports set to be shelved from 19 July
3 years, 8 months ago

Mandatory vaccine passports set to be shelved from 19 July

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The government is expected to shelve plans for mandatory domestic vaccine …

Decoded | What is vaccine passport and how you can get one
3 years, 9 months ago

Decoded | What is vaccine passport and how you can get one

India Today  

Covid-19 has unnerved the world where strangers are being seen with suspicion for carrying SARS-CoV-2. In March this year, China rolled out its digital vaccine passport that could be accessed through an app allowing authorities to verify an individual’s vaccination status by scanning a QR code. The European Union, however, said individual countries could grant vaccine passport for any vaccine …

Vaccination Passport: Adar Poonawala Assures Resolution Of Entry In EU With Covishield Jabs
3 years, 9 months ago

Vaccination Passport: Adar Poonawala Assures Resolution Of Entry In EU With Covishield Jabs

ABP News  

New Delhi: In response to the concerns regarding Indians who are vaccinated with Covishield not being eligible for the European Union’s 'Green Pass', Serum Institute CEO Adar Poonawalla on Monday said that he will take this matter at the highest levels and try to resolve it soon. "I realise that a lot of Indians who have taken Covishield are facing …

Your Vacation Travel Checklist Must Now Include Vaccine Passport. But, It’s Easier Said than Done
3 years, 9 months ago

Your Vacation Travel Checklist Must Now Include Vaccine Passport. But, It’s Easier Said than Done

News 18  

Vacations the world over have been a mainstay of the middle class. And the standard set of documents that earlier contained the passport, air ticket and VISA is now likely to include a new item: the vaccine passport. Finally, there is a process of linking the vaccination proof to the passport itself—now a ubiquitous travel document, but which took half …

Vaccine passports key to revive travel but removing inconsistencies essential for global acceptance
3 years, 9 months ago

Vaccine passports key to revive travel but removing inconsistencies essential for global acceptance

Firstpost  

The idea behind these vaccination passports has emanated from governments around the globe trying to protect citizens from another outbreak while balancing the need for connectivity and commerce Vacations the world over have been a mainstay of the middle class. The idea behind these vaccination passports has emanated from governments around the globe trying to protect citizens from another outbreak …

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