NIAC is still considering a booster programme for healthcare workers.
The roll-out of the Covid vaccine booster programme for those aged over 60 will begin next week.
Many of the age group received two doses of Astrazeneca, and will be given a top-up of Pfizer.
The National Immunisation Advisory Committee is still considering its advice over the use of boosters in healthcare workers.

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