Italy widens Green Pass restrictions to curb COVID-19 surge

ROME (Reuters) – The Italian government, looking to contain a fresh surge in coronavirus cases, announced on Thursday that from next month people must present proof of immunity to access an array of services and leisure activities.

The so-called Green Pass is a digital or paper certificate that shows if someone has received at least one jab, has tested negative or has recently recovered from COVID-19.

As of Aug. 6, the pass will be required to go to gyms, swimming pools, sports stadiums, museums, spas, casinos and cinemas. Eating in indoor restaurants also requires a pass.

“The Green Pass is essential if we want to keep businesses open,” Prime Minister Mario Draghi told reporters.

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