Cost of private Covid jabs risks widening health inequalities, experts warn

Concerns that some groups who are more at risk from virus face hefty price tag, as Boots set to charge almost 100 a shot

Experts and patient groups have warned that the high cost of private Covid vaccinations could exacerbate health inequalities and leave those more at risk from the virus without a vital line of defence.

Both high street chain Boots and pharmacies that partner with the company Pharmadoctor are now offering Covid jabs to those not eligible for a free vaccination through the NHS, with the former charging almost 100 for the Pfizer/BioNTech jab.