Update on the new NHS Meningitis B Vaccine service

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS England have announced a new community pharmacy vaccination service to provide a one-off (this summer only) Meningitis B (MenB) Vaccination Service.  This free NHS vaccine service will run between July to September 2026.

Who will be eligible? 

• All Year 13 students (born between 1st September 2007 and 31st August 2008);
• Under-25s entering university or residential further education for the first time; and
• International students under 25 years old entering their first year of university.

Vaccine Schedule

The first dose and the second dose should be administered at least 28 days apart and ideally before term starts in September 2026. 

How to Book an appointment

Vaccines will be provided in July and September 2026. We will offer lots of availability throughout the summer. The NHS booking page is not yet open and we will update our website when it does. There is no need to be concerned about getting an appointment as we will provide enough appointments to meet the local demand.