WARRINGTON residents wishing to receive their coronavirus vaccine can do so this week at Warrington Hospital.

The Lovely Lane site is holding a drop-in vaccination clinic for all residents aged 18 and above.

No appointments or booking is necessary, with eligible people encouraged to turn up and get their first jabs.

The coronavirus vaccine remains the best defence against the virus.

Lesley Mills, consultant nurse and lead vaccinator, said: “We are encouraging anyone who has not received the first dose of the vaccine to attend our daily clinics over the next fortnight.

“The vaccine is the best form of defence against the virus and it is freely available to over those 18 and over in Warrington.

“It could not be easier – no appointment is needed and there is free parking at Warrington Hospital.

Warrington Hospital holds daily drop-in Covid vaccine clinic with no booking needed

Warrington Hospital holds daily drop-in Covid vaccine clinic with no booking needed

“If you head to the welcome desk set up at the main Warrington Hospital entrance, staff there will direct you to the clinic.”

The clinic will be open today, Monday, through to Friday this week, with jabs being administered between 9am and 3pm.

It will reopen next Monday, July 12, again running from 9am to 3pm up to Friday.

Residents do not need to bring their NHS number with them and free parking is available on site.

Although not necessary, pre-booked slots can be arranged by visiting warrington.nhsbookings.com

Residents are encouraged to inform friends and family about the service, and clinicians will be on hand to answer any questions that people may have about the vaccine.