How many people have had their covid booster jabs in Lincolnshire?

More than half of people aged 45 and above have had their covid booster jab in Lincolnshire, with just one day to go before Christmas.

Statistics released each Thursday by the government show that of those eligible, half of 45 to 49 year olds have taken up the third dose of the coronavirus vaccine

The proportion rises to 96 per cent of 75 to 79-year-olds.

About 45 per cent of 40 to 44 year-olds have taken up the offer.

So far, 1,543,689 doses have been given in Lincolnshire, of which 378,871 were boosters

The county performs better than average across the majority of double-dosed age ranges, with at least three quarters having had a second vaccine.

The data doesn’t yet record what percentage of under 18s have received their second dose, but does show 6,848 double doses have been given so far.

It also shows that 77 per cent of 16 to 17-year-olds and 58 per cent of 12 to 15-year-olds have received their first dose.

There has been a big push for people to get their jabs before Christmas.

On Thursday (December 30) people will be able to receive covid jabs at Stamford Arts Centre.

A 'pop-up' vaccination centre is due to be hosted at the South Kesteven District Council-owned building and it is understood a 'walk-in' service will be provided rather than taking bookings.

Opening hours are not yet known.