Vulnerable people urged to have Covid booster jab

The NHS in Somerset has said only 30% of vulnerable people eligible for a spring Covid-19 vaccination booster have taken up the offer.

Since 1 April, 53,000 jabs have been given across the county, but there are fears around low uptake in groups of people who have weakened immune systems.

The NHS said those in that group, including people who are having chemotherapy or have conditions such as HIV, are at a significantly higher risk from Covid-19.

Mike Kelly, who runs the vaccine programme for the NHS in Somerset said: "We are concerned that many people who need the vaccine most are missing out."