Booster jabs for over 60s as union calls for programme to include healthcare staff 

The Department of Health has said that the booster dose should ideally be given six months (with a minimum interval of five months) after being fully vaccinated. File picture

Booster vaccinations are set to be rolled out for those aged 60 to 79, the Minister for Health has announced.

It follows recommendations made by the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (Niac) which have been endorsed by the Chief Medical Officer, Dr Tony Holohan.