In Italy, on December 15, the requirement for compulsory vaccination against COVID-19 for some professions came into force. In particular, rescuers, law enforcement officers, teachers should be vaccinated, according to dpa.

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For refusing to vaccinate, representatives of the aforementioned professions face a fine of up to a thousand euros and non-payment of wages. Such requirements will not apply to people with medical contraindications..

Healthcare providers should receive a booster dose 9 months after the second dose of vaccine.

Italy extends state of emergency until March 31 due to Covid-19 pandemic.

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Earlier, the WHO Regional Office for Europe said that the countries of the continent should consider the possibility of introducing compulsory vaccination against coronavirus.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced that the authorities decided to introduce mandatory vaccination against COVID-19 for Greeks over 60 years old. All Greeks aged 60+ must receive the first dose of the vaccine by January 16, otherwise they will have to pay an administrative fine of 100 euros every month.

The Austrian government has prepared a bill that provides for penalties for refusing to vaccinate against coronavirus. Compulsory Vaccination Ordinance in Austria comes into force on 1 February 2022.