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Potential redundancies not linked to cost-savings, says RPS president

Royal Pharmaceutical Society president Claire Anderson said it will continue its investment in education.

07 Mar 2022

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Belfast pharmacist stabbed during aggravated burglary

A man fled the scene after attempting to access the dispensary and stabbing the pharmacist.

07 Mar 2022

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RPS speaks out on director redundancy 'proposals'

Robbie Turner and Gail Fleming are believed to be facing redundancy.

03 Mar 2022

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Senior RPS figures to be made redundant

Exclusive: PNN understands that two key positions on RPS leadership team will be axed.

02 Mar 2022

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European pharmacists condemn 'astonishing' Ukraine invasion

Pharmacist trade unions pledge their support to Ukraine amid Russian invasion.

01 Mar 2022

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Survey reveals 'universal worsening' in working conditions

Many PDA members felt unsafe at work and unable to raise concerns with senior management.

28 Feb 2022

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Groups of Covid anti-vaxxers intimidate pharmacy staff

The Pharmacists’ Defence Association says its members have been subjected to verbal abuse and intimidation.

22 Feb 2022

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Pharmacy teams on 'high alert' amid spike in patient aggression

A small but significant rise in aggressive patients is draining resources, says CPS.

18 Feb 2022

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Number of PCN pharmacists up 11pc in three months

There are now just under 3,000 FTE pharmacists working in primary care networks.

17 Feb 2022

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General Pharmaceutical Council appoints new chair

Gisela Abbam has extensive experience in the health and life sciences sector and the formulation of public policy.

16 Feb 2022

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Where next for vaccinations in pharmacy?

Sajid Javid shouldn't overlook community pharmacy's potential, writes Reena Barai.

11 Feb 2022

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APTUK appoints Claire Steele as new president

Ms Steele replaces Liz Fidler, who stood down as president in late 2021.

10 Feb 2022

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CCA claims sector is battling 'shortfall' of 3,000 pharmacists

CCA calculates shortage based on extrapolations from Health Education England survey.

09 Feb 2022

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GPhC fails to meet FtP standards for third successive year

The regulator met 15 out of 18 standards in the Professional Standards Authority's latest performance review.

07 Feb 2022

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Interview: Spotting cancer warning signs in the pharmacy

Award-winning Exeter pharmacist Jackie Lewis tells PM there is 'so much' pharmacists can do.

04 Feb 2022

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PSNC appoints former charity head as its new CEO

PSNC chair Sue Killen said Janet Morrison "was an exceptional candidate".

04 Feb 2022

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