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COVID-19: 'No decision made on jabs for teens' says vaccines minister

Sky, 05 Sep 2021
Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi says the government "have not made any decisions" on whether to give 12 to 15-year-olds the coronavirus jab.

Speaking to Trevor Phillips On Sunday, Mr Zahawi said parents of children in this age group will need to give their consent if a rollout takes place.

He also confirmed that vaccine passports will be introduced for large venues - and it is hoped this will prevent further closures this winter.

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