Italy now makes vaccination mandatory for those over 50 years of age

According to the decisions of the cabinet of the Draghi government, which has just been completed, the vaccination of citizens over 50 years of age becomes mandatory in Italy.

Essentially, two avenues have been adopted: for citizens over the age of 50 who do not work, compulsory vaccination is directly required. For citizens, always of the same age, who work (in the public, private sector, trade or elsewhere) the “super green pass” (which requires at least two doses of vaccine) is extended to the use of means of transport and access to theaters , cinemas, cafes, restaurants, stadiums, conferences.

Italians as well as foreigners residing in the country will have until February 15 to adjust to this new decision.

After a long negotiation, in terms of a series of services and businesses that are open to the public (banks, post offices, offices of the Italian Social Insurance Institution, but also hairdressers) the “simple green pass” was adopted. This means that access to clients and policyholders will be allowed to those who have been vaccinated, but also to those who have not been vaccinated.

Part of the Italian unions commented on the measures, stressing that even more courageous decisions are needed and that compulsory vaccination should be extended to new age and occupational categories.

“Two-thirds of coronavirus patients in the ICU and 50% of those admitted to hospital wards are unvaccinated. We need to reduce the number of unvaccinated people and, consequently, hospital admissions,” said Italian Health Minister Rob. Speranca.

“We are the first to adopt compulsory vaccination for citizens over the age of 50. As we were also the first to adopt the green vaccinated pass. At the same time, we agreed to have the maximum possible flexibility in terms of strengthening telework,” he added. Minister of Public Administration, Renato Bruneta.

Source: AMPE