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15 March 2021

Lead MP

Chris Green
Bolton West
Con

Responding Minister

Not recorded

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Science & Technology
Word Count: 555
Other Contributors: 0

At a Glance

Chris Green raised concerns about unknown in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key Requests to Government:

Green suggests considering paper-based vaccine certificates before moving towards an electronic system, as such a move would require substantial justification to address concerns over civil liberties and data security.

How the Debate Unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:

Lead Contributor

Bolton West
Opened the debate
Chris Green is concerned about the potential misuse of electronic vaccine passport systems. He notes that it should be up to individual countries to make decisions regarding such measures, respecting other nations' choices and considering their own actions accordingly. Green highlights the effectiveness of vaccination programmes but argues that any certification must be proportionate to the current threat level of diseases, which is currently diminishing. He expresses comfort with paper-based vaccine certificates but raises significant questions about data protection and civil liberties if electronic systems are employed.
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