Commenting on news that the UK Government has signed a deal with Pfizer-BioNTech for 35 million more doses of its coronavirus vaccine, Welsh Conservative Shadow Minister for Health, Russell George MS, said:
“After months of restrictions and lockdowns, people across Wales are enjoying the restoration of their freedoms, which was made possible due to the UK Government’s decision to procure early, and in bulk, away from the constraints of the EU scheme.
“This latest announcement of an extra 35 million doses is welcome news and highlights the substantial work being undertaken by Sajid Javid, the Prime Minister and the Conservative Government to future-proof our vaccine programme.
“As we move forward there is a chance that new variants will appear and people will be receiving booster shots, so having sufficient supplies of the vaccine is vital, and this latest deal ensures we have a plan in place to keep Wales and the rest of the UK safe for years to come.”
