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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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Escalating costs force pharmacy to close 'with heavy heart’ after 14 years

Central Pharmacy and Clinic in Margate said "difficult negotiations with suppliers and the NHS” had forced it to close.

13 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Select committee report: Government makes no promises on pharmacy funding

The Government says it is committed to expanding the clinical role of community pharmacy and improving workforce planning but won’t make any commitments on funding.

13 Jan 2025 , 3 Min Article

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Jhoots posts £5m annual loss but says it is ‘returning to profitability’

Jhoots Pharmacy publishes accounts for the year of 2023

10 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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NPA: Labour’s pledge to follow up on HSCC’s pharmacy recommendations lack urgency

National Pharmacy Association director of corporate affairs Gareth Jones cautiously welcomed Labour’s pledge to address the health and social care committee's concerns.

10 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Coroner: Man suffered fatal fall after receiving IOU for epilepsy drug

David Crompton suffered a fall while his Tegretol supply was interrupted, finds inquest

10 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Phoenix seals deal to distribute Kenvue’s OTC products

Phoenix UK said the agreement, which started on January 1, is a “reduced wholesaler model."

09 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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First-of-its-kind pharmacy technician fellowship launched

Applications for 'unique' fellowship will open on January 22

09 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Pharmacist struck off after falsifying CPPE documentation

Pharmacist acted dishonestly and dodged employers' attempts to resolve issues, says GPhC

09 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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APPG launches inquiry into medicines shortages and calls for evidence

The All-Party Pharmacy Group said its inquiry will examine the factors causing shortages and potential solutions.

09 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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NPA: Pharmacy contract delays could lead to first collective action in history

Trade body says contract stalemate “utterly unacceptable”.

08 Jan 2025 , 2 Min Article

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Scotland flu hospital admissions rise as pharmacies struggle to access vaccines

Community Pharmacy Scotland urged the government to involve community pharmacy in national flu vaccine strategy planning much earlier.

07 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Jhoots branch avoids list removal after opening 11 days in 6 months

Jhoots wins appeal against health board decision to remove branch from pharmaceutical list.

07 Jan 2025 , 3 Min Article

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Government will shortly confirm pharmacy funding, says Lord Livermore

The financial secretary to the Treasury's suggestion raised eyebrows given talks on the 2024-25 pharmacy contract remain unresolved.

07 Jan 2025 , 2 Min Article

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Two pharmacies less than a mile apart in Northampton sold

Delapre Pharmacy and Far Cotton Pharmacy were owned by Vyas Limited for over 10 years.

06 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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P2U owner makes £9.7m loss after acquiring LloydsDirect

Losses near £10m for wider group despite Pharmacy2U turning a profit

06 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Pharmacy technician who created false Covid vaccine record avoids removal from register

Holly DeSouza, who worked at Wicker Pharmacy, misled her colleague into giving her their login details for the pharmacy’s patient system.

06 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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