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Pharmacies unable to dispense prescription due to supply shortages
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Medicine shortages: Pharmacies unable to dispense a prescription at least once a day

Many pharmacies surveyed said that they were unable to provide a prescription despite having a safe alternative in stock

Celebrating Waheedat Owodeyi’s inspiring journey
Features

Empowering female pharmacists

Lack of confidence, imposter syndrome, and challenges in balancing work and family life, often prevent women from taking on leadership roles, says superintendent pharmacist Waheedat Owodeyi

NHS England to commission Midlands pharmacies to offer RSV and pertussis vaccines from May
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Midlands pharmacies to offer RSV and pertussis vaccinations under new NHS enhanced service

Community pharmacies providing the service will receive an IoS fee of £9.58 per administered RSV or pertussis vaccine.

Pharmacists working together, symbolizing unity for the Royal College of Pharmacy

Pharmacy faces a new dawn – it’s time to act

A plea to all RPS voting members: Seize this historic opportunity

First year of Pharmacy First – has it been a success?
Guest Blog

First year of Pharmacy First – has it been a success?

It was an initiative launched to drive up services within community pharmacy, but data shows that pharmacists are struggling to meet consultation thresholds, says Adele Curran

Walgreens Boots Alliance acquired by Sycamore in deal
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Walgreens Boots Alliance acquired by Sycamore in £18.3 billion deal

WBA will become a private company upon completion of the transaction, which is expected to close in the fourth quarter calendar year 2025

Shadow Health Minister raised concerns about the impact of NICs hike on healthcare
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MPs slam government over national insurance hike, warn of impact on pharmacies

NPA estimates that rises in employer National Insurance Contributions and the minimum wage will cost the average pharmacy over £12,000 a year

Sycamore to takeover Walgreens Boots Alliance
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Boots poised for split from Walgreens as Sycamore nears WBA takeover

A transaction between Sycamore and Walgreens Boots Alliance is expected to be announced this week