{"id":232558,"date":"2021-04-22T08:03:46","date_gmt":"2021-04-22T08:03:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thetruthseeker.co.uk\/?p=232558"},"modified":"2021-04-23T06:55:50","modified_gmt":"2021-04-23T06:55:50","slug":"covid-vaccine-passports-to-arrive-next-month-opening-door-for-summer-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thetruthseeker.co.uk\/?p=232558","title":{"rendered":"Covid vaccine passports ‘to arrive next month’ opening door for summer holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sam Elliot Gibbs \u2013 Daily Mirror Apr 22, 2021<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Last week, the Equality and Human Rights Commission said any mandatory coronavirus status certificates are “likely to be unlawful” – but the government has said they’re needed for international travel.<\/h4>\n

Brits desperately hoping for a summer holiday abroad look set to be able to use coronavirus<\/span><\/a> “vaccine passports” soon as next month, it has been reported.<\/h4>\n

Prime Minister Boris Johnson<\/span><\/a> is said to want the Covid certificates ready to go by May 17 – but only for foreign travel.<\/h4>\n

A domestic Covid certificates scheme – which could give proof Brits have had either a vaccine, a previous Covid infection or a recent negative test to enter events in the UK – are unlikely to be ready next month, according to the Telegrap<\/span>h.<\/a><\/h4>\n

The newspaper reports the controversial plans were discussed in a phone call on Wednesday between government officials and top travel industry figures.<\/h4>\n

An official told the publication: \u201cWe aim to give people the ability to prove their vaccine status by the time international travel restarts where other countries require it.<\/h4>\n

\u201cThe earliest that will restart is May 17.\u201d<\/h4>\n

The passports would allow entry into the as yet unconfirmed countries demanding proof of vaccination.<\/h4>\n

A Department for Travel spokesperson said: \u201cWe are working on a solution to enable residents to prove their Covid-19 status, including vaccination status, to other countries on the outbound leg.<\/h4>\n

“We are working on this as a priority and intend to have the solution ready as soon as possible.\u201d<\/h4>\n

It comes after holidays appeared a step closer for Brits because of the UK’s incredible vaccine success.<\/h4>\n

The green light could be given for a return in early June, it has been claimed.<\/h4>\n

The Sun<\/a> report nations with strong vaccine figures are likely to be exempt from a blanket entry ban.<\/h4>\n

The government have already confirmed a three-colour traffic light system is going to be used to get the travel industry back on its feet.<\/h4>\n

But introducing vaccine passports risks creating a ‘two-tier society’ which could lead to millions feeling discriminating against.<\/h4>\n

The Equality and Human Rights Commission also believe mandatory Covid-19 status certificates – which would provide proof of whether you’ve had two doses of the jab – are “likely to be unlawful”.<\/h4>\n

It could create a situation where people from groups where vaccine take up is lower are barred from social events, venues and even travel.<\/h4>\n

A review found they could “potentially play a role” in settings such as theatres, nightclubs and mass events in the months ahead.<\/h4>\n

They are also being considered for use in pubs and restaurants to reduce social distancing restrictions.<\/h4>\n

But the commission says they could create a “two-tier society whereby only certain groups are able to fully enjoy their rights”.<\/h4>\n

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