The UK government will no longer require vaccine passports and mask mandates as of next Thursday, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson told the House of Commons..“We can return to plan A in England and allow plan B regulations to expire,” said Johnson, in a live address on Wednesday. .Beginning Thursday, January 27, the UK government will bring an end to “mandatory certifications” — vaccine passports..Johnson said organizations will be permitted to continue the voluntary pass but the government will “end the compulsory use of COVID status certification in England.”.The government also announced it will no longer require people to work from home..With the announcement the government will no longer mandate the wearing of face masks, the house erupted with cheers..Johnson confirmed students would no longer be required to wear facemasks in classrooms as of Thursday, but added the government will continue to suggest the use of masks in public places..“We will trust the judgement of the British people and no longer criminalize anyone who chooses not to wear one,” said Johnson..Restrictions on visits to care homes will also be eased across the UK..Johnson said some measures will remain in place including self-isolation..Melanie Risdon is a reporter with the Western Standard.,.mrisdon@westernstandardonline.com
