A pop-up vaccination centre - offering jabs for residents in central Richmond - is opening tomorrow – Wednesday.

The move comes amid concerns that as many as 40per cent of residents aged 16-39 in the area have not yet been vaccinated.

The lack of vaccinations comes at a time when Covid-19 restrictions, such as mask wearing, have been removed, which means the unvaccinated are more at risk.

Richmond Council said: "We know that some people have been hesitant to have the vaccination because they have questions or concerns.

"To ensure that people have the opportunity to discuss their worries and get the facts, the NHS will also have a private and confidential area for individuals to meet with a health expert. There will be no pressure to have the vaccine on that day, but the facility will be there if people want it."

The information and vaccination event will be at the Cambrian Centre, Caplan Court, 1 Grove Road, Richmond, TW10 6SN on Wednesday, March 2, from 2pm-6pm.

Anyone aged 12+ who is due their first, second or booster vaccination will be able to have their jab throughout the day. No appointments are required, and people can just walk in.

Second doses and boosters are only given to those who received their first dose 8 weeks' ago or more. And if you have had COVID-19 recently, you need to wait 28 days before you can have another jab.

Cllr Gareth Roberts, Leader of Richmond Council, said: "Whilst we are all keen to help Richmond upon Thames get back on its feet, the best way to do that is by being cautious and we all need to take personal measures to reduce the risk of the spread of the virus.

"Having the vaccine is an easy step for each of us to take to protect ourselves and those around us. If you haven't had your vaccine yet and have questions, NHS health experts (including GPs and family clinicians) will be at our Richmond event to help. And if you are due jabs two or three, please use this opportunity to have your next dose locally."