Pharmacy owners should know upward-only rent reviews in commercial leases will be banned, says ICP editor Neil Trainis.
In terms of independent prescribing, community pharmacy must not be confined to acute conditions, says Hemant Patel.
If people choose to watch Katie Hopkins on stage for their weekend night out, things are not going well, says Peter Kelly.
Trevor Gore examines the behavioural science every independent prescriber needs.
What efficiencies has the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland made to reduce operating costs and mitigate its dire financial position, asks Terry Maguire?
NHS England's expectation of us raises big moral questions, says Newquay-based pharmacist Nick Kaye.
Was a motion to end pharmacy BP checks at the Local Medical Committee conference and government announcement that tests will be limited coincidental?
A pharmacy entering September with its clinical services fully staffed and understood by local practices is in a strong position, says Dr Chris Martin.
Anyone who works in pharmacy knows ADHD and autism diagnoses have increased. But what is ‘normal’, asks Peter Kelly?
Moving care is not the same as reducing the need for care, as Trevor Gore explains.
Pharmacy owners should know upward-only rent reviews in commercial leases will be banned, says ICP editor Neil Trainis.
In terms of independent prescribing, community pharmacy must not be confined to acute conditions, says Hemant Patel.
If people choose to watch Katie Hopkins on stage for their weekend night out, things are not going well, says Peter Kelly.
Trevor Gore examines the behavioural science every independent prescriber needs.
What efficiencies has the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland made to reduce operating costs and mitigate its dire financial position, asks Terry Maguire?
NHS England's expectation of us raises big moral questions, says Newquay-based pharmacist Nick Kaye.
Was a motion to end pharmacy BP checks at the Local Medical Committee conference and government announcement that tests will be limited coincidental?
A pharmacy entering September with its clinical services fully staffed and understood by local practices is in a strong position, says Dr Chris Martin.
Anyone who works in pharmacy knows ADHD and autism diagnoses have increased. But what is ‘normal’, asks Peter Kelly?
Moving care is not the same as reducing the need for care, as Trevor Gore explains.
Pharmacy technician Sharon Lucas says any expanded role for her profession should come with “an honest conversation” about salary, recognition and accountability.
18 Aug 2026
From a six-year degree in France to a stint in The Big Apple, it has been quite a journey for Olivier Picard.
15 Jul 2026
Community Pharmacy Hertfordshire has turned local innovation into national influence. But its chief officer Helen Musson tells ICP the work is far from done.
07 Jul 2026
By launching a pharmacy warfarin clinic, prescriber Kiran Raja is expanding access to care.
06 May 2026
Newgate Lane Pharmacy were crowned Pharmacy Team of the Year at the Independent Pharmacy Awards.
17 Mar 2026
A pioneering clinic at Ladywell Pharmacy is having a life-changing impact on patients with early-stage chronic kidney disease.
28 Jan 2026
Amit Dhand ran a pharmacy. Now his imagination runs wild as a crime fiction writer.
21 Jan 2026
Independent Pharmacist of the Year Gareth Hughes talks to ICP magazine about his successes in Wales.
25 Nov 2025
Matthew, who runs Greenlane Pharmacy in Liverpool, talks about his contraceptive implant procedures service.
22 Oct 2025
Henry Gregg arrives at the National Pharmacy Association with a track record of unifying sectors and rebuilding relationship with governments.
20 Aug 2025
We examine the role independent pharmacists can play in antimicrobial stewardship.
15 Sep 2026
Our latest module reviews the elements of independent prescribing, both within the NHS and privately.
07 Aug 2026
We look at medicines commonly used to help manage depression.
09 Jul 2026
Our latest module provides an overview of dementia signs and symptoms and how to support dementia care.
15 Apr 2026
Our latest module provides an overview of falls guidance relating to older people, especially medication.
31 Mar 2026
Our module reviews the medicines that commonly cause oedema and those used in treating oedema.
05 Dec 2025
Our latest module takes you through the basics relating to thyroid conditions.
19 Nov 2025
Our module looks at non-surgical cosmetic procedures and potential revenue opportunities for independents.
21 Oct 2025
We provide an overview of male infertility and potential management in independent pharmacy.
16 Sep 2025
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about masks and what the world will be like after July 19.
15 Jul 2021
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about the impact of GPs doing virtual consultations during Covid-19.
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about his stand-up comedy career, including getting brutally booed off at The Comedy Store.
04 Aug 2020
Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis and community pharmacist Peter Kelly examine the impact of coronavirus on community pharmacies and patients as the disease escalates.
12 Mar 2020
Community pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis about services and funding.
06 Mar 2020
Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis talks to pharmacist Peter Kelly about the ability of community pharmacy teams to access mental health support.
27 Feb 2020
In our latest podcast, the community pharmacist Peter Kelly tells Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis that the PSNC should put its contractual and funding proposals out for discussion at the LPC conference.
19 Feb 2020
In the first of a series of podcasts, Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis talks to the London-based community pharmacist Peter Kelly on a range of issues impacting the pharmacy profession.
05 Feb 2020
The launch of Wegovy pills has created commercial opportunities for independents who should be cautious, says Richard Hough.
24 Aug 2026
This appears to be a commercial question but it is a legal one, rooted in the statutory framework governing NHS pharmaceutical services.
30 Jun 2026
Deepfakes recreate websites, branding, social media activity, reviews, audio and video. For pharmacy owners, this has risks that go beyond financial loss.
20 May 2026
Having a clear and workable response in a crisis is key, as legal experts Richard Hough and Isobel Netherwood explain.
14 Apr 2026
What the Digital Omnibus Package proposes and why it matters to the independent pharmacy sector.
11 Mar 2026
The close alignment of family and business life can bring stability but it also pulls the pharmacy sharply into the spotlight.
11 Feb 2026
These changes have practical implications for independents who rely on small, flexible teams to deliver care, as our legal experts explain.
13 Jan 2026
Should prospective pharmacy owners have to demonstrate their financial viability? There are reasons why this wouldn’t work, says David Reissner.
18 Nov 2025
The reforms could be transformative but without careful planning could introduce confusion or risk. Thorrun Govind and Richard Hough explain.
07 Nov 2025
Our legal writers explore the consequences pharmacists face when patient confidentiality and data protection laws are breached.
28 Oct 2025
Global sum to rise by £8.5m as £10m transferred to dispensing pool
25 Sep 2026
Contract reform and branded generics discussed at CPE's June committee meeting
24 Sep 2026
Community Pharmacy England chief Janet Morrison warned Labour it risks undermining pharmacy services ahead of its party conference this weekend.
21 Sep 2026
Two-thirds of contractors who responded to Community Pharmacy Wales' survey said their finances had worsened in the last year.
15 Sep 2026
Pharmacy minister says 'more to do' on closures in Westminster debate
10 Sep 2026
The Pharmacists’ Defence Association said pharmacists faced “an insurmountable challenge to meet eligibility criteria”.
03 Sep 2026
CPE secures August redetermination after manufacturer updates list price
24 Aug 2026
The Treasury said the review, launched today, will help "ensure pubs and hotels can plan better for the future”.
24 Aug 2026
Carewell Chemist in West Drayton may be forced to leave after 35 years if Hillingdon Council increases its rent.
19 Aug 2026
IPCN members say Lilly’s ‘substantial deductions’ cannot be reconciled with purchase records
31 Jul 2026
Explore bite-sized videos, practical training modules and expert resources designed to help you deliver informed, empathetic advice. From self-care guidance and treatment options to conversation tips and product information, this hub brings together the tools you need to make every customer interaction count.
Back to school means back to close contact with other children and an increased risk of infectious diseases.
18 Aug 2026
From wounds and grazes to bandages and slings, independents can provide quality first aid care.
07 Aug 2026
Independents are ideally placed to have early conversations with patients about back pain.
17 Mar 2026
There are various reasons behind differences in the supply of antibiotics but point-of-care testing has reduced the rate.
02 Feb 2026
Independents can prevent and manage foot and lower leg conditions that can significantly impact people’s health and quality of life.
09 Dec 2025
Independent pharmacists are ideally placed to help patients maintain good oral hygiene.
08 Sep 2025
We examine how independent pharmaciess can support patients to maintain good digestive health.
26 Aug 2025
For those with type 2 diabetes and no significant comorbidity, or with heart failure, SGLT-2 inhibitors now a first choice treatment alongside metformin.
20 Aug 2025
Insect bites are common during the summer and most clear up on their own with self-care advice and over-the-counter products.
20 Aug 2025
