Public Health England say that thousands of pregnant women have been safely vaccinated in the UK and worldwide, and that Covid infection can be ‘serious’ for pregnant women.
A spokesperson for Barnsley Council said: “Having both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine will help protect you and your baby from serious illness caused by the virus.
“Your midwife or doctor will be able to support you to make an informed decision.”
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