Ukrainian government announces vaccine passports

The Ukrainian government has decided to introduce Covid-19 “vaccine passports” in the country, according to the health ministry.

The Ukrainian government has decided to introduce Covid-19 "vaccine passports" verifying citizens' vaccination status, the health ministry said on Monday. The passports will allow businesses such as cinemas, gyms, theatres and swimming pools to operate without social distancing requirements if all visitors and at least 80% of staff at the venues are at least partially vaccinated, the ministry said in a statement said.