JCVI statement on COVID-19 vaccination in autumn 2026 and spring 2027

The aim of the COVID-19 vaccination programme is to prevent serious disease (hospitalisation and/or mortality) arising from COVID-19.

In formulating their advice for COVID-19 vaccination in autumn 2026 and spring 2027, the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) considered the latest COVID-19 epidemiology, vaccine coverage and safety data.