Holohan welcomes Covid jabs for children as 4,152 new cases confirmed

Dr Holohan said new data on the Omicron variant are emerging every day and that scientists need time to complete studies and interpret the results. Picture: Gareth Chaney /Collins Photos

The chief medical officer has welcomed the news that the Covid-19 vaccine will soon be made available to children aged 5 to 11.

Dr Tony Holohan said the move is a "significant positive step".