Jason Walls is a political reporter for the New Zealand HeraldCovid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins says the latest case of an infected MIQ worker poses a "low risk". The adult relative of the infected MIQ cleaner has now tested negative for the virus. Criteria for early vaccinationsThe Government has confirmed Kiwis can apply to get the jab early if they are travelling overseas. The "national significance" overseas travel grounds cover those representing New Zealand in an official capacity:• at significant international events;• and in an official non-government capacity. People approved for the early vaccinations would still be required to spend 14 days in managed isolation when they returned to New Zealand.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 23, 2021 23:40 UTC