A DIRECTOR at NHS Borders says he is “delighted” that ex-employees have rejoined to help with the coronavirus vaccine roll-out.

Andy Carter, director of the health board’s workforce, says that “a number of our former employees” have come back to help – and he is encouraging more to do so.

Mr Carter said: “We are delighted that a number of our former employees have rejoined their professional registers and are keen to play their part in the COVID vaccination programme.

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“These registers do not automatically inform NHS Borders when a former employee re-registers.

“If you fall into this category and would be available to take part in the vaccination programme locally, please contact Edwina.cameron@borders.scot.nhs.uk

“If you are a former employee who does not wish to re-register but is keen to contribute to the NHS Borders COVID vaccination effort we would also like to hear from you as you could be deployed in a support role.

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“We look forward to hearing from you.”

The vaccination programme was officially rolled out in the region on December 8.

All care home residents have received their first jab – while members of the general public started receiving their first doses in January.