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Nursery workers have ‘good case’ to be prioritised for Covid-19 vaccine, says Hancock

2 mins read Coronavirus Early Years Education
Nursery workers and teachers have a “good case” to be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.
The next stage of priority vaccines has not yet been confirmed, Matt Hancock said. Picture: Adobe Stock
The next stage of priority vaccines has not yet been confirmed, Matt Hancock said. Picture: Adobe Stock

Speaking to the health and social care committee about the latest coronavirus developments, Hancock was grilled on plans to prioritise critical workers, including education staff, in the next stage of the vaccine rollout.

Currently, both the Pfizer and Oxford AstraZeneca jabs are only being issued to those aged over 50, and all those 16 years old and over in a high-risk group. 

Children’s social workers are currently listed in the second priority group, however, calls have been made for all professionals working with vulnerable children in settings such as nurseries and children’s homes to be added to this list.

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