Two-thirds of people in Shropshire have received two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, figures reveal.

NHS data shows 185,322 people had received both jabs by July 4 – 68 per cent of those aged 16 and over, based on latest population estimates for mid-2020 from the Office for National Statistics.

Of those to have received both jabs, 180,311 were aged 25 and over – 74 per cent of the age group.

It means 5,011 people aged between 16 to 25 have received both doses.

Meanwhile, 232,229 people in Shropshire have received at least one dose of a vaccine – 85 per cent of those aged 16 and over.

The NHS vaccine data also reveals variation in coverage for residents who are fully vaccinated between different areas across Shropshire.

Rachel Robinson, Shropshire's director of public health, said: "Cases in Shropshire have almost doubled in the last week and are expected to continue to rise.

"Our focus is on getting as many as people possible vaccinated; we want to encourage as many people as possible to come forward for their vaccinations.

"Two doses gives much better protection than one and reduces your chances of becoming seriously ill if you do get Covid-19.

"Getting a jab couldn't be easier with plenty of availability at walk-in clinics across Shropshire.

The outbreak at Minsterley Primary School is coming to an end and the school has re-opened, but we are dealing with several outbreaks at other schools in the county.

"It is really important we stop the spread as quickly as possible and we can do that by ensuring everyone over the age of 11 is testing twice a week using a Lateral Flow Test.

"Tests are available from schools or at more than 70 community locations in Shropshire."

Councillor Dean Carroll, cabinet member for public health, added: "Once again it's encouraging to see that hospitalisations are low.

"We can ensure it stays low by getting both vaccinations.

"With 'Freedom Day' fast approaching, please remain sensible and remember that we have lots of vulnerable people in our communities that we must continue to protect."