Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021
2161. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Health if there is a plan to introduce vaccinations for children between the ages of 12 to 15 years; if he will prioritise medically vulnerable children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36708/21]
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+.
