I thought it would be timely to remind people of the steps we all need to take to protect ourselves and our communities from Covid-19.
Make sure you scan in using the Covid-19 app and turn your Bluetooth function on. If you aren’t able to access the app, keep a detailed diary of where you go, when, and who you’re with.
Wash your hands thoroughly, stay at home when sick and get a Covid test as well. Remember to wear a mask on public transport and on flights.
The Government has been making swift progress towards vaccinating New Zealanders against the virus, while remaining committed to ensuring that the vaccines are safe and effective.
Just this week Medicines regulator Medsafe is seeking advice and recommendations from the Medicines Assessment Advisory Committee (MAAC) about the Pfizer and BioNTech vaccine.
Our first focus will be vaccinating our border and managed isolation and quarantine workforce and their close contacts.
Once the vaccine arrives in New Zealand, we expect to be able to complete vaccinating this group within two to three weeks, which will start our largest ever vaccination campaign.
Vaccinating frontline staff will add another layer to our border defences. We hope to start vaccinating the wider population mid-year
This week I’m up in Waitangi with our Labour Caucus to attend Waitangi celebrations.
This is my first visit to Waitangi as your MP, and it’s a real privilege to be able to participate in such a special event.
I’ll be back in Nelson for Waitangi Day on Saturday, kicking the day off at the Nelson Markets.
Later in the day I’ll be attending a concert at the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts as part of the Adam Chamber Music Festival. I hope you all have a great week, and a fantastic Waitangi Day and weekend.
Remember to keep scanning in, wash your hands, and stay home when sick.
