I went to the theatre royal last night. They similarly have the covid pass check at the door to the building, then ticket check at the door to the auditorium. Wasn't really a hassle, didn't see too long a queue. Though there was no id requirement.
Odd. Perhaps they have added a simple process for those that just want a the vaccine record/covid passport thing rather than the full function? Or perhaps your NHS digital account had previously been verified?
When I downloaded the app, it only took a short while to set up. Used my NHS numberm then had to take a picture of my passport and a short video reciting a code number to confirm ID (the app takes the photo and records the video). It then says it will notify when it has verified your id/if it...
I don't have a problem with showing ID, I was/am just concerned about what form it takes. Their article seems vague, I would like to think it is a sign of flexibility, as someone has suggested above - gym card, work id card, student card, etc. because, like the other poster, I wouldn't want to...