STAFF and residents at a city care home were 'delighted' to be invited to have the covid-19 vaccination.

The general manager Kerry Hill at Latimer Court said: “Last year was a year like no other and the vaccine feels like the light at the end of the tunnel.

"Our teams have been magnificent in how they have risen to every challenge during this pandemic and we are proud to play our part in this next phase to ensure the most vulnerable are protected.”

Mandy Smallwood, staff member said: "I am so pleased to be given the vaccine.

"It will help to keep our residents safe and is the first step in getting things back to normal and having a buzz of visitors in the home once again.”

Latimer Court is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers.

A spokesman said: "We are welcoming new residents into our homes to ensure that we are there for those that need care and support and have a very clear protocols that must be met including a transition period into our home to help keep everyone safe.

"Please do give us a call on 01905 363270 if you are looking for care or need any further help."