The NHS Spring COVID-19 vaccines are now available for everyone who’s eligible.
COVID-19 spreads easily all year round, so even though weather is getting warmer, remember it is still important to get your COVID-19 spring vaccination if you are eligible.
Who is eligible for COVID-19 spring vaccination?
COVID-19 is very dangerous and even life threatening, particularly for older people and those with a weakened immune system.
In line with expert advice, the vaccination is being offered to the following groups in spring 2026:
- adults aged 75 years and over (including those who turn 75 years old by 30 June 2026)
- residents in a care home for older adults
- those aged 6 months and over with a weakened immune system
How can I get my spring COVID-19 vaccination?
If you or your child are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine this spring, make sure you come forward for this extra protection between 13 April – 30 June 2026.
Getting your COVID-19 vaccine is very easy and convenient. There are different ways you can do it:
- Download the NHS app and make an appointment
- Booking online
- Using the 119 service if you can’t get online (translators are available)
- Finding your nearest walk-in site on the NHS website – you do not need to make an appointment but check opening times and which age groups they vaccinate before attending
- Through your care home for older adults
- You may be contacted by a local NHS service if they are offering COVID vaccinations, such as your GP surgery.
If you are eligible for the COVID-19 spring vaccine, you will be invited to come forward, but you do not need to wait for this to book.
Professor Manisha Kumar, Chief Clinical Officer for NHS Greater Manchester, said: “The COVID-19 vaccine provides the best protection against the illness, which can be serious or life-threatening for some people.
“Protection from COVID-19 can fade over time, so for those who are at higher risk of becoming seriously unwell, it’s important to top up your protection this spring.
“Appointments can be booked straight away via the NHS app, 119 or online, and are available at local pharmacies and GP practices so do make sure you are protected this spring.”
You can find out the latest information about the COVID-19 vaccine on the NHS website.
