GPhC

Coroner raises concerns about repeat prescriptions

A coroner's report outlined concerns about pharmacists ordering repeat prescriptions without involving patients.

A recent analysis commissioned by GPhC suggests a worrying number of pharmacy businesses are operating at a deficit.

The GPhC is proposing to raise its yearly registration and renewal fees for pharmacy premises from £262 to £365.

A new online guide for patients on what to expect from a pharmacy can be downloaded from the GPhC website.

The GPhC has agreed new education, training requirements and learning outcomes for all pharmacy support roles.

More than a fifth of pharmacists on the GPhC register who responded to a study said they are dissatisfied in their role.

The GPhC has approved new guidance for pharmacist prescribers.

Pharmacy teams are raising awareness of the risks associated with valproate medicines and pregnancy – but more needs to be done.

Liam Anstey appointed as GPhC's director for Wales.

The jointly-agreed 10 high level principles set out the good practice expected when prescribing medication online.

The employers behind a second pharmacy apprenticeship proposal have identified themselves.

Google and other search engines need to take more action against websites selling fake medicines, says an IP protection firm.

The GPhC received 16 whistleblowing disclosures between 1 April 2018 and 31 March 2019, a report reveals.

Failure to record errors, not having enough staff and storage issues among reasons for 'not meeting' standards.

Community pharmacies are more likely to fail a GPhC inspection but also account for all pharmacies rated excellent.

The regulator is taking “robust” enforcement action against online pharmacies who inappropriately supply high-risk medicines.

The GPhC said this would improve transparency and “drive improvement in pharmacy services.”

The majority of respondents to a GPhC survey said they favour integrated standards for pharmacists’ education and training.

A number of candidates who sat this year's pre-reg exam have raised concerns with the BPSA.

Responses to a GPhC consultation indicate "broad support" for plans to integrate academic study and practical experience.