The government has officially adopted recommendations from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) regarding eligibility criteria for the spring COVID-19 vaccination programme to be conducted in 2027. The decision determines which population categories will be able to receive vaccination as part of this campaign. Typically, such JCVI recommendations focus on protecting the most vulnerable groups — elderly people, patients with compromised immune systems, and individuals with chronic diseases that increase the risk of severe illness. Approval of the criteria enables the healthcare system to prepare in advance for the campaign: ensure vaccine supplies, plan logistics, and inform medical professionals and the public about the vaccination registration process. Confirming programme parameters in advance, several years before implementation, reflects a transition towards a more planned and predictable approach to COVID-19 vaccination management, which is gradually evolving from an emergency measure into a component of regular seasonal healthcare practice, similar to flu vaccination. Official programme details, including specific age groups and risk categories, as well as campaign timing, will be clarified closer to 2027 as the launch date approaches.