thejoint committee on vaccination and immunisation held a briefing. let's take a look at the key points. as mentioned, thejcvi says it is advising all 16 to 17—year—olds to receive their first dose. they said there have been large changes in the way covid—19 is spreading in recent weeks, particularly in younger age groups. and as the adult vaccine roll—out has progressed successful, more safety data has come available, so it was important to review the advice for the vaccination of young people. in response, the health secretary sajid javid says the government is accepting the advice and has asked the nhs to prepare to vaccinate those eligible as soon as possible. the devolved administrations of wales and northern ireland have confirmed 16 and 17—year—olds will also be able to receive a vaccine. the scottish government has already previously endorsed the idea.