More than five million people in the UK have received both doses of a Covid vaccine – just under 10% of those aged over 18. Over 30 million people have also received their first jab. BBC News has the story.
More than five million people in the UK have received a second dose of a Covid vaccine.
The latest figures show an additional 246,631 second doses, bringing the total to 5.2 million.
It means 9.9% of over-18s have received both injections. First doses have been given to 31.4 million people.
As the vaccination programme takes effect, daily reported deaths fell to 10, their lowest number since September 14th.
However, reporting lags may mean lower than usual figures for deaths because of the bank holiday.
The UK also reported another 3,423 confirmed coronavirus cases.
In a post on Twitter, Prime Minister Boris Johnson welcomed the “milestone” in the vaccination programme, adding: “I urge everyone to take up their second dose as soon as they are offered it.”
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said it meant that 50% of over-80s have now had their second jab.
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