Scottish parliament approves plans for vaccine passports

QR code or paper document will be required for entry to nightclubs and large events from 1 October

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The Scottish parliament has approved plans for vaccine passports, which will come into force from 1 October for those seeking entry to nightclubs and large-scale events, despite fierce criticism from opposition parties and business leaders.

The SNP government's proposal was passed with support from the Scottish Greens, who signed a cooperation deal with the Scottish government last month. It was despite Green co-leader Patrick Harvie previously warning vaccine passports posed a real danger of generational injustice".