Merlino: Vic is ‘far behind’ in vaccine race

Victorian Acting Premier James Merlino says the state is “falling so far behind” in its vaccine rollout with only 3 per cent of its population being fully vaccinated. It comes as Victoria has recorded one new local case and eight new cases in hotel quarantine. “Above all we want to see a sense of urgency. This is a race – a race that, nationally, we are falling behind in,” Mr Merlino said. He called for the federal government to acknowledge the lack of vaccine supply within the state. “This is the one job that the Commonwealth government has – procure and supply vaccines – that’s what we want to see.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au