PEOPLE over 50 and eligible for the Covid-19 vaccine are being urged to get their jab.

Appointments for first doses are still available for the rest of March, but they are filling up fast.

Eligible groups include those who are 50 or over, have a health condition that puts them at greater risk, or are a health or social care worker.

Dr Karen Kirkham, Clinical Lead for the Dorset Covid-19 vaccination programme, said: “We’d like to urge people who are eligible to accept the offer of a vaccine as soon as they can to protect themselves and those around them. So if you are in any of the eligible groups, please don’t delay."

You can now book online or by calling 119.