COVID-19 vaccinations

Latest guidance on the COVID-19 vaccination programme

Top up your protection against COVID-19 by getting vaccinated this spring if you are eligible. Those at increased risk from severe illness can get the vaccine, including those aged 75 or over (on 30 June 2024), people with a weakened immune system or who live in an older adult care home. The NHS will visit care homes and housebound people from 15th April to offer the vaccine and other eligible people eligible will be able book from the same day, for appointments from 22nd April. If eligible, you do not need to wait for an invitation to book your vaccine. To book, please visit the NHS App, the NHS website (www.nhs.uk/get-vaccine) or call 119 for free. You may also be able to visit a walk-in site which does not require a booking (www.nhs.uk/covid-walk-in). Don’t get caught out. If you or your child are eligible, make sure you get any extra protection you need this spring. Get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Spring 24 Seasonal COVID-19 vaccines

The NHS will contact you if your NHS record suggests you may be eligible for a seasonal spring COVID-19 vaccine.

You may be offered a spring COVID-19 vaccine from 15th April 2024 if you:

  • are aged 75 years old or over
  • live in a care home for older adults
  • are aged 6 months old or over and have a weakened immune system

When available, there will be different ways to get a seasonal COVID-19 vaccine:

  • booking online via COVID-19 National Booking Service
  • going to a walk in COVID-19 vaccination site
  • through a local NHS service, such as a GP surgery
  • through your care home
  • via the Wellness on Wheels (WoW) bus

Local arrangements for Immunosuppressed children 6 months -17 years

For immunosuppressed children aged 5-17 years their vaccinations can be booked at the following three sites via NBS https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/covid-19-services/covid-19-vaccination-services/book-covid-19-vaccination/ or calling 119.

  • Castle Quarter, Norwich
  • James Paget University Hospital, Gorleston
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King’s Lynn

 Immunosuppressed children 6m-4 years will need to be referred by their GP or Hospital Consultant to:

  • Castle Quarter, Norwich
  • James Paget University Hospital, Gorleston
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King’s Lynn

For accessible clinics: