Vaccine bus returns to Lower Earley - here's where you can find it

The 'Health on the move' vaccine bus will be returning to the Asda Lower Earley car park from 1pm to 6pm from Monday, August 9, to Wednesday, August 11, offering first and second doses of the Pfizer vaccine on a first-come-first-serve basis, with no need to book in advance.

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Those hoping for a second dose of the Pfizer vaccine have been warned by the Wokingham Borough Council that they must have an eight-week gap since their first, and bring their vaccine card with them.

People are encouraged to bring proof of age, and anyone not able to get a jab at these sites can still book their first or second dose of the vaccine through the NHS website.

Cllr Charles Margetts, executive member for health, wellbeing and adult social care, said: “We’re delighted to have the vaccine bus back next week.

"Our previous pop-up in this location saw over 300 people come forward for their first or second dose, and we’re hoping for a similar turnout this time round.

“If you or someone you know is yet to have the vaccine, please come forward for it.

"Infection rates remain high in the borough, particularly amongst younger groups of people who won’t be fully vaccinated yet – but both doses of the vaccine can protect you from becoming seriously unwell.”

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The Wokingham Borough Council has said it is in the process of arranging further pop-up clinics, including one in Bulmershe, which will act as an eight-week follow-up to the surge vaccination programme that took place in June.

Cllr Margetts added: “We’re working closely with the NHS to make getting the vaccine as easy as possible.

“Thank you to everyone who has come forward so far – let’s all continue to play our part and do our bit for the borough.”

For more information, visit https://news.wokingham.gov.uk/news/.