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GPhC seeks to tackle overrepresentation of BAME cases

The GPhC says it plans to understand and tackle the overrepresentation of BAME individuals in fitness to practise concerns.

05 Nov 2020

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Over 1.7m reached by Test and Trace claims Government

The government claims over 1.7 million people have been reached through its test and trace programme.

 

05 Nov 2020

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Pandemic delivery service resumes in England

The pandemic delivery service resumes in England with new patient groups added.

04 Nov 2020

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Pharmacies could administer Covid jabs before Christmas

Pharmacies in England could potentially be administering a Covid-19 vaccine before the end of 2020, an NHS chief’s comments suggest.

04 Nov 2020

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Pharmacies should sell EHC as a GSL, urges charity

The British Pregnancy Advisory Service is calling for EHC to be switched to GSL, citing privacy concerns in pharmacies.

04 Nov 2020

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MHRA cracks down on international medicines gang

A criminal network that was behind the illegal online sale of medicines in the UK has been stopped.

04 Nov 2020

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Wholesaler talks still holding up flu jab orders

Pharmacies received guidance on Friday explaining how to order flu jabs - but are still unable to place orders. 

03 Nov 2020

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Boots & Lloyds parents team up for wholesale venture

The parent companies of Boots UK and LloydsPharmacy have completed the formation of a new wholesale joint venture in Germany.

03 Nov 2020

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Script signing requirements waived due to Covid infection risk

As of November 1, the Government has temporarily suspended the requirement for patients to sign the back of NHS prescription forms.

02 Nov 2020

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GPhC 'still taking too long on FtP cases'

The GPhC is still taking too long to conclude fitness to practise (FtP) cases, the Professional Standards Authority says in its annual report.

02 Nov 2020

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NI 'faces drug shortages under Brexit protocol'

The NPA warns Michael Gove that Northern Ireland could face drug shortages if it continues complying with EU regulations.

02 Nov 2020

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Ask Your Pharmacy week highlights pharmacy's role in NHS

Ask Your Pharmacist week (November 2-9) kicks off today with the aim of raising awareness of pharmacy services.

02 Nov 2020

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Pharmacy technicians accused of 'landgrab' on pharmacist role

APTUK accused of being 'overly ambitious' in its competency framework for primary care pharmacy technicians. 

02 Nov 2020

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One in 10 pharmacists flouting GPhC antibody test ban

Exclusive: Just under eight per cent of pharmacists are currently offering a Covid-19 antibody testing service despite the GPhC's prohibition. 

30 Oct 2020

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GPhC to review its stance on Covid testing in pharmacies

The GPhC is reviewing its position on Covid-19 testing in pharmacies, citing “significant interest across community pharmacy” in providing tests.

30 Oct 2020

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NHS England issues £755m tender including monoclonal antibodies

NHS England has issued a £755m procurement tender which includes the supply of monoclonal antibodies, with delivery to commence in March.

30 Oct 2020

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