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from Monica Guerzoni and Fiorenza Sarzanini

The test could be imposed on vaccinated people to go to clubs and parties

Reduction of the duration of green pass e buffer obligation to vaccinated to participate in parties and big events. These are the main measures that are being discussed in view of meeting convened for December 23 at Palazzo Chigi by Prime Minister Mario Draghi, to contain the advance of Covid-19 and the run of the Omicron variant.

The Prime Minister’s line remains firm on the will to keep all activities open, but the data are starting to scare, frightening the speed of progression. So you have to limit contacts especially in crowded places and also deal with the vaccine coverage which – as is now clear from the latest studies – begin to lose effectiveness after the first four to five months. The open discussion between the ministers and with the presidents of the Region to arrive at a shared provision, which does not split the majority in a very delicate moment from a political point of view and, above all, which does not damage some economic categories.

Here’s why the additional test for those who already have the green pass strengthened in the end it could be mandatory only where gatherings are created and where it is impossible to maintain the distance, such as discos and parties. However, providing a filter at the entrance to shopping centers. Matteo Salvini has always been opposed to too drastic restrictions, but given the data of the infections in the majority, many think that not to make the barricades.

Vaccination obligation

The extreme hypothesis of introducing the generalized obligation remains on the table. But don’t fear today. First the government will have to examine the ISS flash survey which photographs the progress of the virus (and the Omicron variant) across the country. Confindustria and trade unions were in favor of the obligation and could approve, as a first step of the government, the choice of extending the reinforced green pass to all workers, as has already happened for health, school and law enforcement personnel.

“Enhanced” green pass

The decree expires on January 15, but it seems obvious that the green pass issued to cured and vaccinated people will come extended at least until March 31st, when the state of emergency expires. compulsory to go to restaurants and other places where you eat indoors, in cinemas and theaters, in stadiums, in discos and to participate in public events and parties, not related to religious ceremonies.

Reduced validity

Some European states have decreased the duration of the interval between the second and third dose of vaccine compared to the five months established by regulatory agencies. Italy, on the other hand, is thinking of reducing the validity of the reinforced green pass from the current nine months to seven, if not even five, as suggested by Minister Brunetta. The measure could give a further boost to vaccinations, yet not all the government in favor. It is not obvious that a decision is made to reduce the duration of the green pass, a minister anticipates revealing the fear of displacing Italians who have been vaccinated by relying on a long-term pass to participate in social life.

Parties and discos

These are the places considered most at risk because it is difficult to keep the distance and, to drink and eat, the mask is removed. Currently we enter with the reinforced green pass (vaccinated and cured) but the government is thinking about the hypothesis of also impose a negative buffer as early as December 27, in time for the New Year.

Outdoor masks

Several ministers are pushing to reintroduce the obligation to wear a mask outdoors on a national scale. President Draghi is not convinced by the measure, who prefers to leave the decision to the mayors and governors.

Shopping centers

On the other hand, there is a possibility under consideration filter for shopping centers that can prevent gatherings. The technicians are evaluating the opportunity to make at least the basic green pass mandatory as is already the case for trains, airplanes and public transport. The alternative could be to limit the entrances as it already happens in department stores.

Le case private

No measures can be adopted for private homes, but it is likely that the new measures are accompanied by a strong recommendation to avoid risky situations, especially on the occasion of holidays, as has already done yesterday. the Minister of Health Roberto Speranza speaking a What’s the weather like on Rai3 with an appeal to citizens.

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December 20, 2021 (change December 20, 2021 | 08:17)


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