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<p>To ensure ongoing protection from COVID-19 for the United Kingdom population, we
are working closely with NHS England on preparing for a potential booster vaccination
programme from the autumn. Whilst we are planning for several potential scenarios,
final decisions on the timing and scope of the booster programme in terms of when
to give boosters to which groups and with which vaccines will not be taken until later
this year.</p><p> </p><p>Any decision on a booster vaccination programme will be informed
by independent advice from the Joint Committee for Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI). The
JCVI will review the emerging scientific evidence, alongside data supplied by manufacturers,
to inform the Government in our decision-making process on when to give boosters to
which groups and with which vaccines.</p><p> </p><p>We are continuing to work closely
with NHS England to support regions and local systems with planning to ensure we are
prepared to begin the rollout of any booster programme.</p>
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