Millions more Brits are set to receive a flu vaccination this winter with the government announcing the most comprehensive programme in UK history.
Friday's announcement comes alongside the £3 billion for the NHS announced by the Prime Minister earlier this month to relieve winter pressures on A&E and emergency care in case of a second spike in coronavirus infections.
Providers will work to vaccinate more than 30 million people during this flu season – with people on the Shielded Patient List and Year 7 pupils now among those eligible for a free jab.
While everyone over 50 and below 65 will be offered free vaccinations later in the season. The unprecedented drive will also see free jabs for all over 65s, pregnant women and those with
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