Vax; Vax; Vax; And again? And again?!

In yet another depressing "we told you so" for so called conspiracy theorists, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla had come out and said: "I think we will need a fourth dose."

He said: “When we see real-world data, will determine if the omicron is well covered by the third dose and for how long."

But, looking at the early indicators, "I think we will need a fourth dose", Mr Bourla added.

The Pfizer CEO originally expected a fourth dose 12 months after the third, but he told CNBC it might be needed faster than that.

From Wednesday 15 December, and subject to parliamentary approval, the NHS Covid Pass on the NHS App will become mandatory for entry into nightclubs and settings where large crowds gather – including unseated indoor events with 500 or more attendees, unseated outdoor events with 4,000 or more attendees and any event with 10,000 or more attendees.

The Government has said people will be able to demonstrate proof of two vaccine doses via the app.

Parliament will debate the measures next week, with a vote expected to take place on Tuesday 14 December.