I pose the question ' why are OAP's given priority.???

Newsflash! Jenny. People in their 70's, 80's, 90's and older are deemed to be in the danger groups. Of course, they must be looked after asap.

But, you already knew this. Take the vaccine, love it, cherish it and stay alive.

It’s because, as you say the old are the most vulnerable. If they catch covid their symptoms will be worse and they will take up more beds. Younger people may be able to fight the infection at home, or at least will not fill the ICU wards. Obviously some young people will be badly affected. 

So says my friends who are doctors.

Disagree Matthew,  we should be taking care of the young population first, not last. they are the worlds future.

OK Lmj, thats a reason that makes sense, thanks for replying.

You're all heart, Jenni.

But, I'm sure the authorities have done their homework as to whom is the most deserving. 

LOL, that is so funny, cos my husband is constantly telling me the same thing, you have made his day.

I dont think the UK or Spanish government have done any homework regarding anything, they are all a lot of bunglers. They just do what they think, and then 24hrs later change their mind. no hope!!!!!

you have to feel sorry for all Governments world wide this virus is something that none of them bargained on and depending on the populations some are more obedient than others so they give advice and get ignored.  the virus loves people who must hug and kiss and meet up when it could be avoided who want to travel around unhindered by something unseen which could kill them,

the older and more vunerable must be protected so they don't block up the medical facilities as if they fall ill they need far more treatment than the younger stronger ones.  if they can then roll out the vaccinations to cover everyone else they might just find a way out and the world can get back on track.

the problem will be that nations that are poor will have the virus around for a lot longer than the rich ones so travel will always have the threat of a continual outbreak somewhere.

the more we can all do to contain it the better for all of us  

Well said Alicia and Jenni I'm sure your husband and I could share some meaningful conversations. 

Here is something you won't believe but it is true:-

1. Towards the end of November 2020 the daily Covid infection rate in Ireland was around 200 per day. Not bad and we Irish were being quoted by other governments on how to deal with Covid.

2. During the first days of December the Irish government ignored the advice of NPHET (Covid Advisors) and we went from Level 5 to Level 3 ignoring Level 4 just because of commercial pressure.

3. Ireland is not a hugging or kissing nation but we are a fairly warm people. Last week our daily infection rate hovered  between 5000+ and 8000+. We now hold the worst rate of infection per million people in the world, I kid you not. The infection graph is almost as perpendicular as the Apollo moon shots i.e. straight up. If you were reading the graph coldly you would think it was a misinterpretation. 

4. Within 3 weeks the situation here has become dreadful and many of us have remained indoors since. That's how fast and bad Covid can infect. The roll-out of the vaccines in Ireland is pretty slow too, but I can tell you all one thing the second it becomes available, I'll be first in the queue along with my wife. 

5. I want to be around to meet Mr Jenni sometime.

Perhaps one day Matthew you will, I am a very cynical and no nonsense person, and dont hold sentiment close. So I am fine being told I am all heart LOL!!!   (my animals dont think so)

I am sorry to hear the situation in Ireland is so bad, but glad after watching the BBC news tonight that at last the police are fining people, Gate and horse spring to mind. 

I think that Franco did Spain a service all those years ago, the Spanish (bar very few) are very wary of authority and 'do as they are told', which in this situation has served them well. one day last week, over 1000 people died in the UK in 24hrs in Spain in the same 24hrs it was 135. 

I hope the situation improves in Ireland soon and you manage to get out for some fresh air.

Good wishes.