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NPA warns pharmacies still teetering on the brink of closure

NHS figures show that a further 72 pharmacies have closed this year so far in England, around two a week.

27 Aug 2025

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RPS ditches senior management team in preparation for Royal College transition

Society announces sweeping leadership changes ahead of April 2026 changeover.

19 Aug 2025

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CPE seeks views on future direction of CPCF

The negotiator is asking pharmacy owners to complete an opinion poll before September 8.

19 Aug 2025

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First immunotherapy approved for type 1 diabetes

... but teplizumab yet to receive the thumbs-up from NICE.

19 Aug 2025

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Delays in cancer testing limiting access to therapies

Study warns delays in cancer biomarker testing are hindering access to NICE-approved targeted therapies.

15 Aug 2025

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Obituary – Bill Scott OBE FRPharmS

Bill Scott, who was chief pharmaceutical officer for Scotland for 22 years from 1993 to 2014, died last month aged 76.

12 Aug 2025

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Pharmacies asked to record sore throat consultations for PQS audit

Audit will focus on antimicrobial stewardship in sore throat consultations.

12 Aug 2025

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Government to consult on shortage-busting switching powers for pharmacists

DHSC announces plans for long-awaited consultation on pharmacist flexibilities.

11 Aug 2025

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Green Light Pharmacy opens to investors in change to co-op model

Chain seeks to move beyond full employee ownership and expand out of London

05 Aug 2025

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