Hyndburn trees for vaccines
A council has pledged to plant one oak tree for every 5,000 people who take the Covid vaccine.
Bosses at Hyndburn Borough Council said they would plant one tree in a local park for every 5,000 residents who completed their vaccination course in 2021.
As part of the Community Champions Initiative, Hyndburn Council are working closely with local NHS services to help with vaccination uptake and deliver various Covid-19 information initiatives and campaigns.
Hyndburn GP and clinical director of Hyndburn central, Dr Fiona Ford, said: “This is a wonderful way to recognise all those who are saying yes to their vaccination and also very fitting to recognise our Acorn Vaccination Centre, with oak trees being planted as a lasting reminder and reflection.”