Times Square in New York is throwing its famed New Year’s Eve party to mark the start of 2022 – but it will only be accessible to travellers who can prove they’re fully vaccinated.
The rules will apply to children as well as adults, with everyone aged five and over required to provide evidence of their vaccination status.
Last year, the iconic event, which normally sees hundreds of revellers pack into the square to watch live performances and the Times Square Ball drop at midnight, went ahead but without the crowds of visitors.
Revellers were told to stay at home and watch it on television instead.
“We are proud to announce that Times Square, wonderful celebration in Times Square, the ball drop, everything, coming back full strength the way we love it,“ Mayor Bill de Blasio said of this year’s return to an in-person event.
