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Confirmation of unlimited Covid Green Pass validity after booster in Italy

February 3, 2022February 3, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Italian government confirmed on Wednesday evening that the Green Pass validity will become unlimited in certain cases. A recent cut to the validity of vaccine passes in Italy will not apply to those who have had a booster.

Tobacconists threaten strike aaction over green pass rules

Tobacconists threaten strike action over Green Pass

January 25, 2022January 25, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Tobacconists threaten strike action in protest over the new Green Pass rules which come into effect on 1st February. The president of the Italian Tobacconist Federation (FIT) made the announcement on Monday.

Covid vaccinatiosn compulsory for over 50s as part of Super Green Pass

Italy makes Covid vaccination compulsory for the over 50s

January 6, 2022January 6, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In a bid to ‘slow the curve’ of Covid infections, the Italian government is making vaccinations compulsory for all residents aged over 50.

Italy’s new Super Green Pass to impact the unvaccinated

November 25, 2021November 25, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy is tightening its Green Pass restrictions even further. From 6th December to 15th January, new rules will come into force that target the unvaccinated. Known as the Super Green Pass, there is the option to extend the restrictions if the government thinks it necessary.

Trains in Venice - public transport. Train strike called off this weekend

Italian government tightens Green Pass rules for public transport

November 16, 2021November 16, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Monday, due to increasing infection rates, the Italian government updated the Green Pass rules with a new decree. It affects public transport, including taxis.

Prato in Italy where chinese community feel penalised

Chinese community in Italy feels penalised by Covid Green Pass rules

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

One of Italy’s largest Chinese communities says it is being unfairly penalised by the government’s mandatory COVID Green Pass. It has asked the authorities for a flexible interpretation of the rules.

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Senator suspended for not showing Green Pass at Senate building

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Laura Granato, an Italian senator, was suspended on Tuesday for ten days after entering the Senate building in Rome without a Green Pass. Since Friday (15th October) the Green Pass has been required in all workplaces.

Green Pass demonstration in Milan 16 October 2021. ANSA/MATTEO CORNER

Protests against Green Pass in Milan and Trieste; Trade Unions hold Rome rally

October 17, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

10,000 people took to the streets of Milan on Saturday night to protest against the Green Pass. Trieste port workers continued their sit-in on Saturday, while unions in Rome protested against neo-fascist groups.

Shortages and disruption feared with Green Pass rules

Shortages and disruption possible from Friday as strict Green Pass rules commence

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

COVID-19 health passes will be mandatory for all workers in Italy from Friday. Some politicians, unions and businesses fear this will cause shortages and disruption rather than boost inoculations as the government hopes.

Covid decree passed in parliament as League vote in favour

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Earlier this week, Matteo Salvini’s League party broke ranks backing amendments presented by the opposition Brothers of Italy (FdI) group. Today, the League fell back in line and voted in favour of the Covid decree.