Penrith and The Border MP, Dr Neil Hudson, has welcomed the news that 29,088 people in his constituency have received their Covid booster or third jab.
Dr Hudson said: “Firstly, I would like to thank all the NHS staff and volunteers involved in the vaccine rollout.
"Due to their hard work nearly 30,000 people in Penrith and the Border have received three Covid vaccine doses, which will offer life-saving protection to them and their loved ones this winter.
"It is truly our most effective shield against the virus and by taking the vaccine you are not only protecting yourself but others too.
“I once again encourage all those who have not yet come forward to take up the offer of a vaccine – booster jabs will protect the progress we have made against the virus and ensure that we can all enjoy Christmas safely with our loved ones in the safe knowledge that we have taken the responsible steps to protect them from the virus.
“One year on our historic vaccination programme is not over and we can all still do out bit this winter and stay ahead in the race against the virus by taking up the offer of a vaccine as soon as we are eligible”.
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