These are the new Covid pass rules that come into effect from today

Fans scan their NHS Covid Pass to gain entry during the 2nd One Day International match between England and Sri Lanka (Getty Images)

Adults in England will have to show a Covid pass to attend large venues from today (15 December).

The new rules, which were passed in the House of Commons last night, means that people need to show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination or a recent negative lateral flow test to enter big sports matches, nightclubs or other large events.

These are the new Covid rules

Over-18s must show that they are either double-jabbed or had a recent negative test, which they can do with an NHS Covid Pass or text message or email from NHS Test and Trace.

The rules apply when visiting:

Nightclubs

Any venue with more than 10,000 people

Unseated outdoor venues with more than 4,000 people

Indoor unseated venues with more than 500 people

Under the restrictions, any venue caught failing to check passes could be fined up to £10,000. The faking of a pass could also attract the same penalty.