A drop-in vaccination clinic will open in Renfrewshire next week for those aged 50 or over who have yet to get their flu and Covid booster vaccination.

The jabs are being administered in a mobile bus at Ferguslie Sports Centre, Blackstoun Road, Paisley, between 10am and 5pm on Tuesday, October 24.

The flu vaccination will be offered to anyone aged 50 or over on a first come, first served basis. All adults aged 65 years and over will also be offered the Covid booster vaccination.

There will be a set number of vaccinations available on the day so anyone visiting is advised to do so as early as they can.

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Councillor Kenny MacLaren said: "I would encourage local residents who have still to get a Covid vaccination or booster, or even their flu vaccination – to drop in at the mobile vaccination unit when it visits Ferguslie next Tuesday.

"It's important to make sure you have your Covid vaccination and regular boosters to give you a better chance of dealing with Covid if you are unfortunate enough to contract it."

Councillor Mags MacLaren added: "This vaccination unit will also be dispensing flu vaccinations to anyone over 50 on a first come, first served basis – so get along early. With so many people in hospital due to flu, it's important to get as much protection as possible."

Those who are unable to attend the mobile bus can call 0800 030 8013 to make an appointment at an NHSGGC community clinic or book an appointment online at https://vacs.nhs.scot/csp.

More information about the winter vaccination programme can be found at www.nhsinform.scot/winter-vaccines.