RESIDENTS in Redcar and Cleveland are being reminded that they do not have to get their Covid jab at the large vaccination centre at Middlesbrough's Riverside Stadium.
The Riverside vaccination centre opens on Monday, March 22, with appointments made via the national booking service run by NHS England.
However, people may wish to wait a little while until they receive an invitation from their own GP practice as this is likely to be closer to where they live.
Councillor Steve Kay, cabinet member for health, housing and welfare at Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, said: “We would always encourage people to take up the offer of a vaccine as soon as they are invited.
"However there are some residents, especially those without transport living in rural areas that might struggle to get to the Riverside Stadium for an appointment.
“It’s important to reassure the public that staying local might mean you have to wait a little longer but doesn’t mean you won’t get your jab.”
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