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New legislation has been introduced to permit pharmacy technicians to supply and administer medicines under Patient Group Directions (PGDs). Amendments to the Human Medicines Regulations were laid before Parliament at the end of May and are due to come into effect from 26th June 2024. The changes will permit registered pharmacy technicians to supply and [...]

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The General Election campaigning period is an important time for building supporters in readiness for the new Parliament. The team at Community Pharmacy England is continuing to work hard to ensure that community pharmacy has a cross-party group of advocates in the new Parliament and that all political parties are committed to the sector. Supported [...]

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Pharmacy teams are reminded that the Pharmacy Advice Audit is currently underway, and we would be hugely grateful to anyone who is able to take part. By taking part in Community Pharmacy England’s audit, you can help demonstrate how pharmacies like yours are supporting their communities every day. This will assist us in gathering critical [...]

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We have issued the following clarification on the 2024/25 Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework (CPCF) negotiations. Our Chief Executive Janet Morrison said: “Government purdah effectively began as soon as the Prime Minister announced the General Election. Whilst discussions can continue no formal agreement can be reached until after the election and new Ministers are appointed. Current [...]

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Community pharmacy owners are being asked to share information on the pressures on their businesses, as well as their key messages for the new Government, ahead of the next full Community Pharmacy England Committee meeting at the end of June. A key focus of this committee meeting will be the General Election campaign and plans [...]

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