We know that vaccine hesitancy is complicated and influenced by a range of personal concerns, not least socio-economic inequity, but also safety and efficacy – probability of minor side effects and adverse reactions, as well as possible long term challenges. That is why our panellists provided credible arguments on the safety, efficacy and necessity of the covid-19 vaccines. Vaccine hesitancy and opposition sentiments amongst BAME communities is also shrouded by several myths, theories and misconceptions that swirl around some social media outlets, the internet, and in some public places.