Covid vaccine taskforce to meet on final day of Level 5 restrictions

A healthcare worker administers a shot vaccination to a patient. Photographer: Patrick T. Fallon/Bloomberg Stock Generic

The Covid-19 vaccine taskforce will meet later as the country enters the final day of Level 5 restrictions.

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has said he expects vaccines to be rolled out here in the New Year, with healthcare workers and those with vulnerable conditions expected to be treated first.