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Booster jab needed for large events in future, says UK health minister

Britain intends to extend its COVID-19 pass to include a booster jab once all adults have had "a reasonable chance" to get their third vaccination, health minister Sajid Javid said on Monday.

Booster jab needed for large events in future, says UK health minister
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UK health minister (Image Courtesy: Reuters)

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From Wednesday, subject to parliament's approval on Tuesday, Britons will need to show a negative lateral flow test to enter nightclubs and large events, with an exemption for those who are double vaccinated.

"Once all adults have had a reasonable chance to get their booster jab, we intend to change this exemption to require a booster dose," Javid told parliament.

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