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Mark Pirie

Rangers reveal vaccine passport details as club issue 'bring proof' instruction to fans

Rangers have confirmed that all fans will need to be double jabbed and have proof of vaccination to attend games at Ibrox.

The club released a lengthy statement detailing a change in rules ahead of the upcoming Scottish Premiership clash with Hibs.

SPFL clubs have been in limbo clarification from the Scottish Government with proof of Covid-19 vaccination set to be a requirement for matches with over 10,000 spectators from October 1.

Concerns had been raised that checking every single attendee's status would lead to issues at turnstiles and Nicola Sturgeon last week confirmed a spot-checking policy would be implemented at large events instead of blanket inspection.

Rangers chiefs have now revealed how the new measure will be implemented at Ibrox.

A club statement read: "Ahead of Sunday’s Scottish Premiership match against Hibernian, Rangers would like to update supporters on the introduction of vaccine certificate checks across Scotland.

"From October 1, following legislation introduced by the Scottish Government, everyone attending matches at Ibrox Stadium must be fully vaccinated and everyone must bring proof of this status with you to the match, unless exempt.

"According to Scottish Government guidelines, fully vaccinated means 'vaccinated with a MHA recognised vaccine in line with the MHA recommended number of doses for the vaccine used, and two weeks have passed for the vaccine to take effect.'

"Supporters are encouraged to arrive with a hard copy of their vaccine certificate, however digital copies will also be accepted. Visitors from all parts of the UK will be able to use their existing vaccine certificates."

Exemptions are in place for those under 18, people who are not able to receive the vaccine for medical reason, those who are Participants in vaccine trial and workers or volunteers at the venue or event.

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