If an MP, say Sadik Al-Hassan, introduced a Private Members’ Bill, that might shake things up, says ICP editor Neil Trainis.
The last time pharmacy took a government to court, it put the sector into static funding for the next decade, says Nick Kaye.
Why letting go of the dispensary might be the safest move you make this year, says Trevor Gore.
Pharmacists who embrace private services know they are commercially beneficial and professionally rewarding, says Mandeep Mudhar.
Online pharmacies often come up with business ideas that are appealing to them but not to the public, says Peter Kelly.
In healthcare, we talk about influencers. But pharmacists provide personal recommendations grounded in human interaction, says Aden Kelly.
Funding talks need to be more transparent if they are to be fully understood by pharmacy contractors, says Nick Kaye.
We could see the PSNI go and the General Pharmaceutical Council take over University Street, says Terry Maguire.
The public should not be the Royal College of Pharmacy's focal point. Its members should be.
We must create clearer and more practical pathways for pharmacists to develop prescribing capability, says Numark chairman Harry McQuillan.
If an MP, say Sadik Al-Hassan, introduced a Private Members’ Bill, that might shake things up, says ICP editor Neil Trainis.
The last time pharmacy took a government to court, it put the sector into static funding for the next decade, says Nick Kaye.
Why letting go of the dispensary might be the safest move you make this year, says Trevor Gore.
Pharmacists who embrace private services know they are commercially beneficial and professionally rewarding, says Mandeep Mudhar.
Online pharmacies often come up with business ideas that are appealing to them but not to the public, says Peter Kelly.
In healthcare, we talk about influencers. But pharmacists provide personal recommendations grounded in human interaction, says Aden Kelly.
Funding talks need to be more transparent if they are to be fully understood by pharmacy contractors, says Nick Kaye.
We could see the PSNI go and the General Pharmaceutical Council take over University Street, says Terry Maguire.
The public should not be the Royal College of Pharmacy's focal point. Its members should be.
We must create clearer and more practical pathways for pharmacists to develop prescribing capability, says Numark chairman Harry McQuillan.
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
With over two decades of service at Tynewydd Pharmacy in the Welsh valleys, Pharmacy Technician of the Year Emma Williams has built a reputation for care that goes far beyond the counter.
15 Jul 2025
Community Pharmacy Greater Manchester is setting the standard for what pharmacy leadership can achieve at scale.
11 Jun 2025
The National Pharmacy Association’s vice-chair talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about the challenges ahead for her and her profession.
23 May 2025
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
We provide an overview of motor neurone disease and recommended management options.
06 Aug 2025
Charles Gladwin reviews infectious diseases commonly associated with childhood.
10 Jun 2025
We look at the resources and support for promoting Pharmacy First uptake in England in its second year.
16 Apr 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
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
Regulation extends beyond individual pharmacists to include pharmacy owners, superintendent pharmacists and third-party providers.
08 Oct 2025
The need for pharmacists to ensure their own safety and legal compliance has never been greater, as our legal experts explain.
13 Aug 2025
Numark chair Harry McQuillan said the 2026-27 funding talks raised the question 'are we being ambitious enough?'
19 Jun 2026
Cohens posts another consecutive loss but welcomes EBIDTA improvement
29 May 2026
Funding for England’s pharmacies rises £340m in newly announced 2026-27 deal
28 May 2026
The last time pharmacy took a government to court, it put the sector into static funding for the next decade, says Nick Kaye.
15 May 2026
The number of pharmacists employed through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme has increased since June 2025.
29 Apr 2026
CPE committee considered latest Government funding offer at April meeting
29 Apr 2026
Funding talks need to be more transparent if they are to be fully understood by pharmacy contractors, says Nick Kaye.
23 Apr 2026
Financial expert Vinku Shah provides some strategies to help independents reduce their financial pressures.
14 Apr 2026
Mike Nesbitt told the Northern Ireland Assembly allowing pharmacies to keep the money was “a bridge too far”.
02 Apr 2026
National Pharmacy Association director of corporate affairs Gareth Jones was reacting to pay rises for ARRS staff.
31 Mar 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
Independent pharmacists can provide tailored advice, accessible services and treatment recommendations to help patients battle insomnia.
13 Aug 2025
Independent pharmacists can offer sufferers valuable advice on prevention and management.
30 Jul 2025
Hay fever affects one in four people in the UK and the number of sufferers is rising each year. But independents are ideally placed to help patients.
21 May 2025
