Wales' Health Minister has given an update on the Welsh Government's vaccine rollout.

In a new update published on January 25, Welsh Government confirmed that they had become the first UK Nation to begin vaccinating children aged 5 to 11 who are “at risk” with the new paediatric vaccine formulation. Children aged 5 to 11 who are at risk will be automatically sent an invitation for their vaccination.

Updated stats were provided which show:

In total more than 6.7 million doses of the vaccine have been administered in Wales

More than 2.5 million people have had a first dose and more than 2.35 million people have received their full course of vaccine

73.4% of adults aged 18 to 29 and 75.7% of adults aged 30 to 39 have received their second dose

79.1% of 16 and 17 year olds have received their initial dose and 61.6% of 12 to 15 year olds have received a first dose

More than 1.8 million people have received a booster

Eluned Morgan, Wales' Health Minister, said:

"I am pleased to confirm another first for the COVID-19 vaccination programme in Wales. Last Thursday we were the first UK Nation to begin vaccinating children aged 5 to 11 who are “at risk” with the new paediatric vaccine formulation.

"Once again, I would like to encourage anyone who needs a first, second or booster dose to come forward, now is the time. Unvaccinated people are more likely to need critical care in hospitals for Covid including the Omicron variant, and their outcomes are usually worse than those who are vaccinated.

"Whether it’s your first, second or booster vaccine, don’t put it off. Walk-in sessions are available across Wales for first, second and booster appointments and the vaccination teams can answer any questions you may have about vaccination and support you to get vaccinated."