The jab is the third to be authorised by the European Medicines Agency and will be given in two doses up to 12 weeks apart.
It means it can be administered to all adults, despite German experts advising not to give the jab to those aged 65 or over.
The EMA says there aren't enough results yet to show how well it will work in older adults, but that protection is expected.
Suspended Bray GP Before The High Court Tomorrow
Dr Regine Grah was suspended earlier this month, following an urgent application by the Medical Council
Young Wicklow Readers Celebrated at Ballywaltrim Library
The Summer Stars signed up more readers than ever before.
Met Éireann Issues Status Yellow Rain Warning for Wicklow
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are possible from noon tomorrow.
Tender Issued For DART Charging Infrastructure In Wicklow Station
Rail traffic will be transformed with far greater connectivity between Dublin city centre and Wicklow town
Almost 1,200 Wicklow Children Waiting for Early Years Places
Staff turnover in Wicklow crèche settings is well above the national average
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Light rain
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