11 Jan 2022 03:31 pm

Booster vaccinations are now available for everyone aged 18 or over

We strongly encourage you to get a Covid-19 booster, and if you haven’t already to ensure that you are fully vaccinated. Getting your booster will not only bolster your protection against Covid-19, but will help to protect yourself and others from getting seriously ill. 

You can book a booster vaccine or use a walk-in centre if it has been over three months since your second dose. If it has been over two months since your second dose, you can book an appointment to receive the booster once your third month has passed.

Currently, you can get your booster if you are: 

• aged 18 or over
• you are aged 16 or over with a health condition that puts you at high risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19
• you are a frontline health or social care worker
• you live or work in a care home
• you are aged 16 or over and are a main carer for someone at high risk from COVID-19
• you are aged 16 or over and live with someone who has a weakened immune system (such as someone who has HIV, has had a transplant or is having certain treatments for cancer, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis)

People who are pregnant and in 1 of the eligible groups can also get a booster dose.

Booking your booster vaccination

You can book a booster vaccination appointment by visiting the NHS booking site.

You can also attend a walk-in vaccination centre, you can find walk-in sites via the NHS walk in page. You don't need to book an appointment to use a walk-in centre but you may need to bring your NHS number. 

You can find more information about the Covid-19 booster vaccination on the NHS website.