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NPA warns pharmacies still teetering on the brink of closure

NHS figures show that a further 72 pharmacies have closed this year so far in England, around two a week.

27 Aug 2025 , 2 Min Article

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Could a single national formulary really get off the ground?

How realistic is Labour's ambition to have a single formulary within two years?

14 Aug 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Analysis: Pharmacy and the NHS 10-Year Plan

Will pharmacy be in a very different place in 10 years' time?

07 Aug 2025 , 1 Min Article

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CCA says ICB and LA commissioning of services driving lottery of access

Services commissioned by local authorities are now worth almost twice as much to community pharmacies in England as those commissioned by ICBs.

15 Jul 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Picking up the pieces: The aftermath of a pharmacy closure

What happens to those left behind when a nearby pharmacy closes?

11 Jul 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Pharmacies administered flu vaccines last winter at highest rate outside of pandemic

Pharmacies in England gave over 4 million flu vaccines in the 2024/25 flu season, the highest number outside of the pandemic, according to CCA analysis.

17 Jun 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Analysis: Expect no change to 'difficult' retained margin system

Clawbacks are a 'black hole' say critics – but change is unlikely

05 Jun 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Analysis: Will hub and spoke be a financial lifeline?

As legislation change looms, we survey the technological landscape in pharmacy

05 Jun 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Analysis: The top pharmacies for BP checks – and why the DH isn't happy

Government to impose minimum number of ABPM consultations

29 May 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Survey shows importance of HCPs in fostering health self-care

While 89 per cent of respondents to survey reported confidence in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, only 62 per cent felt confident managing common illnesses.

20 May 2025 , 3 Min Article

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The long break-up: Do politicians want a smaller pharmacy network?

A health economist suggests downsizing is the real objective of the CPCF

16 May 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Legitimate ways to avoid tax

A look at ways to minimise tax burden while complying with regulations

16 Apr 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Discharge notice: What does NHSE scrapping mean for pharmacies?

Axing NHSE will save £2bn, claims Labour. Will pharmacies be any better off?

03 Apr 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Can pharmacy deliver a diabetes screening service?

The CCA wants a screening service – but how would it work in practice?

02 Apr 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Challenging business rates: A quick guide for pharmacies

You can challenge the accuracy of your rates – but it's not without its hazards

21 Mar 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Private GLP-1 RA services: Weighing up the pros and cons

What do pharmacy owners need to think about when setting up the service?

13 Mar 2025 , 1 Min Article

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