Overview

• Appointments start from October 1, with some flu vaccinations for pregnant people and children available since September 1.
• Free flu shots cover people 65 and over, those with certain long‑term conditions, pregnant people, care‑home residents, main carers, and households of immunocompromised individuals.
• The winter Covid‑19 vaccine is limited to people aged 75 and over, care‑home residents, and those aged six months to 74 with weakened immune systems.
• Vaccination sites include GP surgeries, participating pharmacies, maternity services, care homes, school programmes, walk‑in locations and some workplace schemes for health and social care staff.
• Eligible people can book now without waiting for an invitation, and official guidance advises relying on NHS or WHO sources for vaccine information.