Over 10,000 people in Rutland have already had their first covid jab
It comes as the council prepares to start easing lockdown restrictions next month
Over 10,000 people in Rutland have already had their first covid jab, it means the area is on target with the vaccine rollout. With a quarter of the residents already been given their first dose.
The government’s plans to ease lock-down measures has been welcomed by Rutland County Council.
Leader Oliver Hemsley says the community has worked together very well through these difficult times:
"it's been tough and people have wanted to go and see loved ones but they haven't . We've done our bit and we'll continue to do it - but it's good to see that we'll be able to meet other people outside again soon"
He continues "Having been a business man myself for 39 years I can feel the pinch, and I talk to local businesses and some have carried on and found a way and others have really found it quite hard"