Coronavirus Impact on Air Travel
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Yes. But we are in the midst of the second wave. I am talking about S2021.
Consider that around 60 Tory mps have just voted against the new tier system on economic grounds and that is against the backdrop of hundreds of people currently dying every day.
One more point. I have listened to countless hours on tv and radio regarding the vaccination. I have not heard mention of a certificate.
Consider that around 60 Tory mps have just voted against the new tier system on economic grounds and that is against the backdrop of hundreds of people currently dying every day.
One more point. I have listened to countless hours on tv and radio regarding the vaccination. I have not heard mention of a certificate.
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Lots of politics on this thread today. I'm particularly amused by the notion that one's views on Brexit can be presumed to imply a certain set of views on masking-up and vaccination protocols. Perhaps some are trying too hard to stereotype an ideal bogeyman adversary to despise in their own minds? The reality is diversity of views as broad as society itself.
My thoughts turn to more practical matters. I'll be having my vaccination as soon as practicable once I'm invited up for my jab. Hope that comes sooner rather than later, but I'll respect the principle of prioritising groups by risk and will patiently await my turn. But my understanding is that HMG's vaccination tiers reach a cut-off at age 50, with younger folks not currently included within the plans to receive an innoculation. What are the implications of this with regard to international air travel? We know that U18's are unlikely to gain any tangible benefit from a vaccination at all, so it makes sense to exempt those in this age group. But adults aged 19-49 appear to be left in a Limbo by this. Will they be expected to pay for private vaccinations if they wish to travel or go to the theatre etc? Whilst over 50's are innoculated for free? We need a plan for all this ... especially across the airline industry. And we certainly need an international agreement on what documentation requirements will be mandated for crossing borders. Preferably a common standard which will be recognised and accepted at all frontiers.
My thoughts turn to more practical matters. I'll be having my vaccination as soon as practicable once I'm invited up for my jab. Hope that comes sooner rather than later, but I'll respect the principle of prioritising groups by risk and will patiently await my turn. But my understanding is that HMG's vaccination tiers reach a cut-off at age 50, with younger folks not currently included within the plans to receive an innoculation. What are the implications of this with regard to international air travel? We know that U18's are unlikely to gain any tangible benefit from a vaccination at all, so it makes sense to exempt those in this age group. But adults aged 19-49 appear to be left in a Limbo by this. Will they be expected to pay for private vaccinations if they wish to travel or go to the theatre etc? Whilst over 50's are innoculated for free? We need a plan for all this ... especially across the airline industry. And we certainly need an international agreement on what documentation requirements will be mandated for crossing borders. Preferably a common standard which will be recognised and accepted at all frontiers.
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May I also say that when called for vaccination I shall be there.
But as it has been pointed out, fit healthy people in their prime will be waiting some considerable time before vaccination. I have heard twice today that it is highly unlikely vaccination will be available privately in the foreseeable future.
So are governments going to wait until all have been offered the vaccination before requiring certification for crossing national borders? Or are some of you happy to sit at home while I’m relaxing around a pool in the Costa del Sol? I will send you a postcard.
Can I just add, a former director of immunisation has just said that it may be that the most vulnerable should be given one of the vaccines with 95% efficacy. Those in low risk may end up with one with 60% efficacy. I should get one of the former. Should I be entitled to a priority queue at the airport?
But as it has been pointed out, fit healthy people in their prime will be waiting some considerable time before vaccination. I have heard twice today that it is highly unlikely vaccination will be available privately in the foreseeable future.
So are governments going to wait until all have been offered the vaccination before requiring certification for crossing national borders? Or are some of you happy to sit at home while I’m relaxing around a pool in the Costa del Sol? I will send you a postcard.
Can I just add, a former director of immunisation has just said that it may be that the most vulnerable should be given one of the vaccines with 95% efficacy. Those in low risk may end up with one with 60% efficacy. I should get one of the former. Should I be entitled to a priority queue at the airport?
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These are just the priority groups as they are most at risk. I would be very surprised if under 50s weren't included in the next phase on the basis that under 50s can still spread the virus. The government will want well over 50% of the population vaccinated to achieve herd immunity so I think all adults will be offered the vaccine at some point.
These are just the priority groups as they are most at risk. I would be very surprised if under 50s weren't included in the next phase on the basis that under 50s can still spread the virus. The government will want well over 50% of the population vaccinated to achieve herd immunity so I think all adults will be offered the vaccine at some point.
Of course there isn't (yet).
It would be more than a tad optimistic to expect that vaccine trials to date would be able to quantify their effect, if any, on third-party transmission.
However absence of evidence isn't evidence of absence.
What can we expect from first-generation COVID-19 vaccines?
It would be more than a tad optimistic to expect that vaccine trials to date would be able to quantify their effect, if any, on third-party transmission.
However absence of evidence isn't evidence of absence.
What can we expect from first-generation COVID-19 vaccines?
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I did try to make clear it’s not an absolute guarantee. But the evidence is there in plain sight on social media and if you take Parliament it’s even a matter of public record as many of the most vocal MPs resisting restrictions are one and the same as members of the ERG.
I did try to make clear it’s not an absolute guarantee. But the evidence is there in plain sight on social media and if you take Parliament it’s even a matter of public record as many of the most vocal MPs resisting restrictions are one and the same as members of the ERG.
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That may be partially true within the political arena, but within my own circle of acquaintances, the ones who are a pro lockdown are also the amongst the most hardened Brexiteers. I myself are sceptical of the narrative (not to be confused with a COVID denier or anti-vaxxer), yet I’m also a very pro remainer. I don’t think the two issues can be linked as easily as you suggest.
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Ah the old "I believe in free speech" bit, only provided you agree with me and don't question anything the medical profession say that agrees with my viewpoints.
You are quite free to take any vaccine you like, others are quit free to question its "rigourous" testing, the detailing of its short and long term side effects and its impact. Amazingly how quickly a Govt that has shown full incompetence from the start, rushes approval through so quickly. I want to resume flying but a smiling snake salesman in a new suit and hair cut is still selling a snake.
Ah the old "I believe in free speech" bit, only provided you agree with me and don't question anything the medical profession say that agrees with my viewpoints.
You are quite free to take any vaccine you like, others are quit free to question its "rigourous" testing, the detailing of its short and long term side effects and its impact. Amazingly how quickly a Govt that has shown full incompetence from the start, rushes approval through so quickly. I want to resume flying but a smiling snake salesman in a new suit and hair cut is still selling a snake.
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I imagine a few here will be very disappointed when we start getting back to a normal life so they can no longer peddle their conspiracy theories.
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And which conspiracy theories would these be ?, because as far as I can see on this forum there is a general discourse and a challenging of opinions and ideas. I'm not sure anybody on here has mentioned anything along the lines of "It's all a myth", "5G theories", "Aliens"..... and so on. I often feel that when people have to resort to belittling tags and insults to end discourse that they themselves lack the ability to engage/challenge/be open to other ways other thinking. It's the 'not only am I correct', but the 'you must be demonised' mantra that seems to have taken over all forms of social media.
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Clearly you haven’t taken on board The96er comments.
Vaccine rumours debunked: Microchips, 'altered DNA' and more https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/54893437
Vaccine rumours debunked: Microchips, 'altered DNA' and more https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/54893437
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Quite, thank you for confirming that existing rights are indeed being lost.
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That may be partially true within the political arena, but within my own circle of acquaintances, the ones who are a pro lockdown are also the amongst the most hardened Brexiteers. I myself are sceptical of the narrative (not to be confused with a COVID denier or anti-vaxxer), yet I’m also a very pro remainer. I don’t think the two issues can be linked as easily as you suggest.