Don't miss a thing by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox The NHS is now inviting people over the age of 45 to book their Covid-19 vaccine appointment.

It comes after the government announced it had met its target of offering the vaccine to all adults over the age of 50, clinically vulnerable people and all health and social care workers by the middle of April.

The second phase of the vaccine roll-out will see health adults under the age of 50 offered a vaccine, starting with those over 45.

In England it has been estimated that 19 in 20 of those who have already been offered the jab have taken up the offer. Scientists and government officials are now urging younger age groups to come forward for their jabs when

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Over 45s can now get a Covid-19 vaccine - here's how to book an appointment online

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