Covid-19

Government says "ideal scenario" is joint measure across Spain but it has power to adjust protocol alone

RATs must be taken one day before travel as opposed to two days prior

This is the final phase before being fully approved for general use

Health minister does not believe new Omicron variants will change pandemic management plans

Capacity restrictions and cap on gatherings, as well as the use of health passes not in force in Catalonia as of Friday

Around 3 million – 4 in 10 residents in Catalonia – have already received an extra dose

Catalan government initially intended to extend their obligatory use to enter restaurants, cultural events, and other establishments

Health authorities report new strain could be more transmissible but they "lack evidence on severity"

Catalan government initially intended on extending their obligatory use to enter restaurants, cultural events, and other establishments

Booster shot available a month after infection while requesting sick leave possible from home

Spanish and regional governments maintain four-week minimum waiting period post-infection

Government still considering possible changes to health certificate use

1 in 4 inhabitants have had the virus

33% of coronavirus patients currently hospitalized for other illnesses

Covid certificates and capacity limits to remain in place as measures extended for at least another week