Boots and the PDA Union negotiating teams have reached an agreement on this year’s pay claim, following constructive negotiations between both parties. The new pay deal will come into effect... Read More
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The British Generic Manufacturers Association (BGMA), the trade body for off-patent medicines, has made several recommendations to alleviate medicine shortages, which not only have serious consequences for patients but also... Read More
“Locums are a vital part of pharmacy to ensure branches can remain open and provide vital services to communities and patients across the country,” said Jonathon Clarke, CEO and founder... Read More
The Royal College of GPs (RCGP) has called on the government to increase investment in general practice, stating that they are now “seriously struggling” due to years of underfunding and... Read More
Prescribing in pharmacies is an emerging opportunity, and I’m passionate about supporting proper governance arrangements for businesses. But does the governance and administrative burden reduce if your business is not... Read More
Pharmacy minister Stephen Kinnock vowed to put community pharmacists “right at the heart” of plans to transform the NHS as he paid tribute to the sector at the annual Pharmacy... Read More
Pharmacy minister Stephen Kinnock highlighted the role of community pharmacies in the Labour government’s proposed healthcare reform during his speech at the 24th annual Pharmacy Business Awards on Wednesday. He outlined... Read More
As the pharmacy profession continues to evolve, the role of Accredited Checking Technicians (ACTs) is becoming increasingly vital. Anne Ausden, the Deputy Manager of Jephsons Pharmacy, embodies this shift. With over... Read More
Community pharmacy is stuck in a vicious circle. Pharmacies are closing at an alarming rate whilst the government is talking about moving care away from hospitals and into the community... Read More
The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) has warned of a potential ‘mass exodus’ of qualified GPs due to mounting work pressures. A recent RCGP survey found that over 40 per... Read More