New Pfizer data shows vaccine is 95% effective and has passed safety checks

The latest results of the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine trial have been published (PA)

The coronavirus vaccine from Pfizer is 95% effective and has passed its safety checks, according to further data from the firm.

The pharmaceutical giant and its partner BioNTech published interim results last week showing the jab could prevent more than 90% of people developing Covid-19.