Vaccine passports announced for nightclubs and large events in Scotland

Sep 1, 2021

Ginny Sanderson

Engagement reporter

Good afternoon,

This is a breaking coronavirus update from The Scotsman.

Nicola Sturgeon has announced plans for "vaccine certificates" for entry to nightclubs and large events in Scotland.

The First Minister told MSPs she hoped the Scottish Parliament would support her proposals next week.

It comes as Covid cases continue to rise in Scotland, and more than 10,000 people have died in connection with the virus.

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