Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021
1841. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in rolling out a Covid-19 vaccine (details supplied) to 12 to 15-year-olds with underlying conditions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35641/21]
View answerIreland welcomes the European Medicines Agency age extension recommendation for the COVID-19 vaccine Comirnaty to include use in children aged 12 to 15. The National Immunisation Advisory Committee is reviewing the matter and will make a recommendation as appropriate. Currently, Ireland's COVID-19 Vaccination Programme is administering vaccines to those aged 16+.
