We must improve Merton's vaccination rate

Merton Liberal Democrats are extremely concerned about Merton’s low vaccination rates. Even before the pandemic came along, our borough had one of the country’s worst records for childhood vaccine levels. And Merton's record is similarly poor for vaccinations recommended for adults.  

As we move forward with COVID-19, this is a tragedy. 

The low level of vaccination in the borough must impact negatively on the NHS in the winter months. And when a vaccine for coronavirus does become available, it's unlikely that the overall poor level of take-up will improve without urgent action.

Merton Council must get to grips with tackling this issue.

That's why we called for urgent action at the November council meeting.