Leyland blasts abuse of Covid staff members

Councillor Craig Leyland had his first jab at the Princess Royal Sports Arena in Boston last week.

He described the process as ‘seamless’ and urged everyone to take part in the vaccine roll out when they become eligible.

However, Coun Leyland hit out at the abuse of staff.

Writing on his Twitter account, Coun Leyland said: “Such behaviour is totally unacceptable.

“Just had my vaccine.

“Staff were friendly and professional.

“How anyone could be abusive to them is beyond me.”

Coun Leyland was commenting after a statement by NHS Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG).

It said: “Unfortunately, staff working at some of our vaccination and testing sites, as well as at our GP practice sites, have been subjected to various kinds of abuse in recent weeks.

“We want to be very clear – abuse of any kind is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

“We are working closely with our partners including Lincolnshire Police, and will – without exception – follow-up any and all incidences of abuse and will take appropriate action.

“Lincolnshire Police will prosecute anyone who commits criminal offences against staff, this includes abusive, threatening language.

“Please remember that the roll out of the covid vaccination is only possible thanks to the sheer hard work and dedication of our amazing teams.

“Please be kind to them.”