Covid passport trials to begin: Boris Johnson is set to unveil a test scheme for venues on Monday

Trials of vaccine passports could begin as soon as next month, the Mail can reveal. Theatres and stadiums are being lined up to pilot the controversial scheme under plans discussed by ministers. The passports could also be used eventually in pubs, restaurants, nightclubs and cinemas. Pilot schemes will begin after work is completed on an … Read more

New Test and Trace rules will force EVERY pub-goer to sign in when venues reopen

New Test and Trace rules forcing every pub-goer in a group to sign in when entering have been blasted by trade bodies. The rules force all over-16s to check in to the NHS Test and Trace app or give their details to staff before going into pubs, cafés or restaurants when they reopen on April … Read more

Coronavirus UK: Nightclub boss says vaccine passports WILL bring revellers back to venues

Vaccine passports for pubs and nightclubs could work, the boss of one chain said today as it emerged hospitality venues could be allowed to bar customers who cannot prove they have had a Covid jab or a negative test. Boris Johnson has told MPs that landlords might be given powers to impose tough entry requirements … Read more

‘Freedom passport’ app could allow venues to reopen with minimal social distancing 

‘Freedom passport’ app could allow pubs, restaurants and sports venues to reopen with minimal social distancing Users will instantly be able to show evidence of their latest negative Covid test A government review is due to conclude before all restrictions lifted on June 21 Experts describe the technology as ‘a massive game-changer for this summer’  … Read more

The most imaginative wedding venues in the UK, from Dreamland to St Pancras station 

Love in lockdown has had its pitfalls. No candlelit meals a deux in restaurants; no romantic weekends in Paris, or even a stay in a country inn. But now restrictions are being lifted it’s all go. Wedding venues report a surge in enquiries, but where can you say ‘I do’ in the most perfect of … Read more

Sheffield pensioner builds matchstick models of the Notre Dame, Tower Bridge and more global venues

A creative pensioner has built matchstick models of famous landmarks from across the globe, including Tower Bridge, Notre Dame and the Statue of Liberty. Derrick, 87, from Sheffield, has spent countless hours in his kitchen building miniature versions of iconic venues from around the world. He finished his most recent creation, the Mississippi Boat, during … Read more

Woolworths, two swimming pools and a bakery are among more venues on Covid red alert in Melbourne 

A three-year-old child has been identified as one of two new local cases in Melbourne while authorities say her potentially infectious mother has been tested three times with completely different results.  Victorian Minister for Health Martin Foley said on Sunday the child and an unrelated hotel quarantine worker had attended a private dinner on Sydney … Read more

‘Huge push’ to make venues Covid-secure ahead of major events like Wimbledon and the Euros

New plans have been drawn up to save the summer sporting season with the Government ‘pushing hard’ to get stadiums and venues Covid safe before June, it has been reported. Officials are said to be devising new plans to make sure Wimbledon and the Euros go ahead this year such as home tests for fans in … Read more

Your essential guide to vaccine venues, how it works and the plan to end lockdown by mid-Marc

Countdown to 15 million jabs… and freedom: Your essential guide to vaccine venues, how it works and the plan to end lockdown by mid-March By Mail on Sunday Reporter Published: 22:36 GMT, 2 January 2021 | Updated: 02:02 GMT, 3 January 2021 Tomorrow marks another major milestone in the fightback against Covid as 530,000 doses … Read more

‘Devastated’ pub bosses blast closing Tier 3 venues for Christmas

Christmas rules for bubbles compared to pubs in England’s tiers  Different households mixing indoors Christmas bubble at home – YES Tier 2 pub – NO Tier 3 pub – NO (closed) Different households mixing outdoors Christmas bubble at home – YES Tier 2 pub – YES Tier 3 pub – NO (closed)   Wear a mask … Read more