asked Her Majesty’s Government:

In the light of the recent review of the National Health Service by Lord Darzi of Denham, whether they will extend the commitment to greater transparency to the review and recommendation process for vaccines. [HL4763]

The Joint Committee on Vaccine and Immunisation (JCVI) gives advice to Ministers on vaccines based on the best evidence reflecting current good practice and/or expert opinion. The process involves a robust, transparent, and systematic appraisal of all the available evidence from a wide range of sources. The JCVI is appointed by the Appointments Commission and is independent of the department.