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Olivier Veran, France’s health minister, has said the spread of the Omicron variant is the main reason behind plans for stricter vaccine pass measures.
Under the current regulations, a recent negative Covid test is sufficient for entering many indoor public places, but a new health pass set to be introduced early next year will require people to show proof of vaccination to enter restaurants and long-distance public transport.
