advising the government have given the go—ahead for 16—17—year—olds to be given the pfizer coronavirus vaccine. thejoint committee on vaccination and immunisation held a news briefing this afternoon. let's take a look at the key points. thejcvi says it's advising all 16—17—year—olds to receive their first dose, with the second dose some time later. they say there have been big changes in the way covid—19 is spreading in recent weeks — particularly in younger age groups. and went on to say, 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 scotland, wales and northern ireland have confirmed 16—17—year—olds there will also be offered a vaccine. the prime minister said he was pleased that the advice had changed from thejoint committee on vaccination and immunisation.