The Fiji Rugby Union says the Fiji Airways Flying Fijians players have agreed to wear the jersey with the “Vaccinate Fiji’ message, with an additional “It’s Your Choice” message alongside it.
FRU's Chief Executive Officer John O’Connor says this has been achieved after comprehensive and productive discussions with the Flying Fijians players.
He says they have listened to the concerns raised by some members of the squad regarding the message, and the perspective that individuals have different choices when it comes to vaccination.
O'Connor says in turn, they explained FRU’s position and support for the vaccination programme in Fiji, which will help save lives and assist the health authorities in the fight against the COVID-19 outbreak.
He says the issue is now settled.
O'Connor adds they are delighted by the team's gallant performance last weekend which speaks volumes about the quality of the players as well as FRU's development and high-performance programmes.
The Flying Fijians will face the All Blacks at 7.05pm this Saturday in Hamilton.
