Vaccination Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021

Tuesday, 27 July 2021

Questions (1845)

Michael Ring

Question:

1845. Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Health when children in the age category of 12 to 15 years who are in high risk categories will receive their first vaccine in view of the fact that a vaccine (details supplied) was approved by the European Medicines Agency for 12 to 15 year olds on 25 May 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35645/21]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Ireland 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+.