By preparing the entry into force of the health pass, last May, the government promised that it would not interfere in our daily lives.
It should only be requested during large gatherings.
And then the Delta variant passed by there, coming to shower the hope of a peaceful summer, during which the spirits would have got rid of the virus for a few weeks and of the fear of being contaminated.
So, faced with the slowdown in the vaccination campaign, Emmanuel Macron decided to review his doctrine.
On July 12, he announced to the French the extension of the device.
The Council of State decided to validate the principle of the measure.
Concretely, the French will have to justify their complete vaccination or a negative Covid test to enter a certain number of places.
This will be the case for cafes, restaurants and even to access certain shopping centers.
Leisure activities will also be concerned.
The health pass may be required at the entrance to fairs, seminars or trade shows.
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The health pass will also be requested from people accompanying or visiting people in health establishments.
The health pass will not be required from people going to the hospital for treatment.
The Constitutional Council also validated the implementation of the health pass for long-distance journeys. This corresponds to trips made by TGV and Intercités. But also long-distance coach journeys and all air travel, including domestic ones.
