'Let's get vac to normal': Jab walk-in centre in Southampton
Over 18s and those who have not yet had the vaccine will be able to receive a dose
Last updated 10th Jul 2021
Southampton Guildhall has been turned into a walk-in vaccine clinic this weekend.
Health bosses have confirmed the venue will be in use for Covid-19 jabs on July 10 and 11.
Anyone aged 18 and over who has not yet had the vaccine will be able to receive a dose.
The centre will be open between 9.30am and 7.30pm, and vaccines will be available on a first come, first served basis.
The walk-in clinic may finish earlier than planned if all the supply available is used up.
Jenny Erwin, senior responsible officer for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Covid-19 vaccination programme, said: “We are pulling out all the stops to encourage adults across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Working with our partners we are holding large walk-in events at Southampton Guildhall on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 July where anyone aged 18 or over who have not yet had the vaccine can grab a jab.”
She said full safety measures will be in place including social distancing, cleaning and disinfecting.
Ms Erwin added: “More events are planned to take place in the heart of our communities in Southampton in the coming weeks. The more people who get the life-saving jab, the safer it is for everyone so if you have not yet had your vaccine, please don’t delay.”
Residents who have an appointment booked in the future can still walk in and get vaccinated but they have been asked to ensure they cancel their existing appointment.
It comes as the number of coronavirus cases across the county increased over the past weeks as the Delta variant has become the most dominant.
Dr Nigel Watson, clinical lead for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight COVID-19 vaccination programme, said: “Getting the vaccine is our best defence against Covid-19 – with every adult vaccinated, we are one step closer to our summer freedoms.
“The vaccine cannot give you Covid-19 and will greatly reduce the chances of you becoming seriously ill. The first dose offers good levels of protection, but to get maximum protection everyone will need two vaccines and I urge people to remember their second dose. Being fully vaccinated also significantly reduces the risk of people developing long term complications of Covid-19.”
There are also walk in centres in Dorset this weekend including at Bournemouth University, Bryant Pharmacy in Poole and Weymouth Community Hospital.