League leader Matteo Salvini on
Tuesday rejected the idea of making the Green Pass COVID-19
vaccine passport obligatory for teachers and pupils aged 12 and
over in order for them to be able to access Italy's schools when
the new academic year starts in September.
"Let's not joke about it," Salvini said when asked about the
proposal.
"We should instead keep vaccinating the elderly and fragile
people.
"There is not question that the vaccine saves lives.
"But I say no to obligating children aged 12 and 13 to get
vaccinated".
Health Minister Roberto Speranza said Monday that the government
is considering various options regarding COVID-19 prevention for
the new school year, including making vaccination obligatory for
teachers and other staff members.
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