Special schools' staff moved up vaccine list
The decision was announced in a joint statement by the Departments of Health and Education on Monday. It's understood agreement was reached between Health Minister Robin Swann and Education Minister Peter Weir that those working with the most vulnerable children in special schools would be moved up the list to be offered the vaccination. Mr Weir said last week that it was his intention to press for early vaccination for special needs teachers and the matter was discussed by the Executive at the end of last week. It's not yet clear how many members of staff will now be prioritised and how soon...
Source: belfasttelegraph.co.uk