The HSE has received additional funding for 2016 to include Meningococcal B (MenB) and Rotavirus vaccines in the Primary Childhood Immunisation Programme.
The HSE proposes introducing these vaccines for all babies born on or after 1 October 2016.
Negotiations and tender processes have now been concluded with the vaccine manufacturers.
Further details will be announced in the coming weeks.
This page was updated on 21/07/2016