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Pharmacy Magazine's news channel will keep you up to date with the most relevant news for pharmacists within the UK pharmacy sector. We select our pharmacy news topics with pharmacists, pharmacy advisors, and pharmacy technicians specifically in mind.

We cover a variety of pharmacy topics, including new government policies, employment updates, latest therapeutic, clinical and business developments, new prescriptions on the market, and more. Stay informed about everything happening in the pharmacy world and enhance your knowledge and understanding. 

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  • Plus lots more

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Manufacturers should reimburse pharmacies for medicines recalls, says NPA chief

National Pharmacy Association chief executive Henry Gregg said drug recalls are "deeply frustrating for pharmacies".

29 Apr 2026

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Number of ARRS pharmacists increases for 10th month in a row

The number of pharmacists employed through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme has increased since June 2025.

29 Apr 2026

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Pharmacist and entrepreneur launch online health service for sensitive issues

David Massie, who runs the chain Eastwood Pharmacy, launched Talo which will initially provide support for erectile dysfunction sufferers.

28 Apr 2026

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Sertraline batch recalled after pack found containing citalopram

Patient complains after finding citalopram blister strip in prescribed sertraline pack

28 Apr 2026

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GPhC consults on education and training plans for internationally qualified pharmacists

The proposals include replacing the two-year model with one year of “integrated academic learning and learning in practice”.

28 Apr 2026

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NHSE meets with negotiator to discuss abuse against pharmacy staff

Pharmacy minister says he 'condemns' abuse towards pharmacy teams

28 Apr 2026

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Well branch reopens after Storm Claudia flooding destroyed 7k items

Monnow Street branch of Well Pharmacy reopens after full refurbishment

28 Apr 2026

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MHRA eases cold-chain transport requirements for Wegovy

Novo Nordisk gains MHRA approval for relaxed delivery requirements

27 Apr 2026

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CPWY launches survey to help pharmacy technicians deliver contraception service

Community Pharmacy West Yorkshire said its survey will help identify “local training needs” for pharmacy technicians.

27 Apr 2026

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NSAIDs and benzodiazepines most likely to be stopped in GP pharmacist reviews

New study looks at impact of structured medication reviews by GP pharmacists

27 Apr 2026

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Pharmacies are paying 14-15 times more for medicines since start of the year

National Pharmacy Association chair Olivier Picard urged Labour “to put more money in the system to guarantee supply for patients”.

27 Apr 2026

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Government embarks on meningitis drive in Dorset after discovery of three cases

The UK Health Security Agency is working with Dorset Council, the NHS and “local partners” to vaccinate pupils.

24 Apr 2026

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Pharmacies need to do better on weight loss services, says GPhC

Better clinical safeguards needed, says regulator

24 Apr 2026

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Editor’s comment: Failure to launch?

Prescribing: will pharmacy’s greatest hope turn into its biggest disappointment?

24 Apr 2026

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Pharmacy’s efforts undervalued

NPA board member Nick Kaye looks at the findings of the Covid inquiry and reflects on pharmacy’s crucial role

24 Apr 2026

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Pharmacy2U announces ‘lead sponsorship’ of ITV daytime show

DSP to be lead sponsor of Loose Women for a year from April 27

23 Apr 2026

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