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Community pharmacy advanced service specification: COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccination 2026/27
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Summary
This advanced service specification covers both the COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccination services from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.
If contractors want to provide these services, they must complete a registration. They are able to provide either the COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccination services, or only the adult influenza vaccination service.
There are sign up deadlines in place for these services. Please read the service specification for the full requirements, including registration deadlines.
Accessible content. Published 16 December 2025.
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Summary
This advanced service specification covers both the COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccination services from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.
If contractors want to provide these services, they must complete a registration. They are able to provide either the COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccination services, or only the adult influenza vaccination service.
There are sign up deadlines in place for these services. Please read the service specification for the full requirements, including registration deadlines.
PDF format. Published 15 December 2025.
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Letter: 2026/27 COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccination service specification now published for community pharmacy
NHS England is not responsible for content on external websites.
Summary
This letter summarises the key changes to the COVID-19 and adult influenza service specifications for 2026/27.
It includes details of the item of service fees for COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccinations, the service registration process and deadlines, and any changes in service requirements contractors should be aware of.
Accessible content. Published 15 December 2025.