Explainer: Boris Johnson is to set out plans for a domestic 'vaccine passport' system to help the country ease itself out of lockdown
Officials are planning a series of trial events over the coming months as they look to find a way for venues such as football grounds and nightclubs to reopen without the need for social distancing.MPs will want to study the proposals closely with many deeply suspicious about domestic"vaccine passports" and some calling them"dangerous" and"discriminatory".
It is likely these will be used to manage risk at and reduce social distancing measures as vaccination doesn't provide 100% protection. And in the long term, vaccine certification won't be necessary to use public transport or to enter essential shops.
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