Walk-in vaccinations in Wirral have been temporarily suspended, meaning people can only get a jab in the borough if they have a booking.

The move has been blamed on both demand and supply issues. It does not mean residents cannot get jabbed in Wirral, but they must have an appointment and should not just turn up and expect to get a dose of the vaccine.

In a post on Twitter, NHS Wirral CCG (Clinical Commissioning Group), said: "Walk-in vaccinations have been temporarily suspended at vaccination centres in Wirral due to increased demand and supply issues. Booked vaccination appointments will still take place, please attend your appointment."

Residents are still being encouraged to get jabbed, be it their first, second or third dose of the vaccine. A 'booster' dose helps give you longer-term protection against getting seriously ill from Covid-19.

The news of the temporary suspension of walk-in vaccines comes as Wirral's infection rate surges above 1,000 per 100,000 for the first time since January 24.

In the week up to March 24, the borough recorded 3,372 cases at a rate of 1,040 per 100,000, a week-on-week rise of 23%. It is another major weekly increase in cases which has seen the borough's infection rate more than quadruple in less than a month.

Those wanting to get jabbed should be aware there must be a minimum of eight weeks between your first and second dose, and at least eight weeks between your second and third dose.

You can book a jab by clicking or tapping here.

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