5,000 sign up for Covid vaccine in Jersey after government campaign

More than 72,000 people in the island have now had their first dose, and 60,000 their second. Credit: PA Images

A further 5,000 islanders have booked their first Covid vaccination, following the latest government push.

The 'Time Is Running Out' campaign, which launched at the end of June, aimed to encourage over 18s to get their jab so they could be guaranteed full vaccination by mid-August.

More than 72,000 people in the island have now had their first dose, and 60,000 their second.

The government's also reminding islanders that they do not need to call the helpline to book their second dose appointment.