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The glass is half full

The 2026-27 contract didn't give us exactly what we want but it could be the start of genuine contractual reform, says Nick Kaye.

04 Aug 2026

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Representation is symbolic without accountability

Janet Morrison’s justification for voting secrecy on Community Pharmacy England's committee is not persuasive or acceptable in a modern, member-funded organisation, says Hemant Patel.

02 Jul 2025

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PDA survey shows support for Pharmacy First but concerns over delivery

Survey shows 84 per cent say that Pharmacy First could improve patient care, but 87 per cent feel that if service s not introduced or resourced properly, it could damage fragile workforce situation.

23 Jan 2024

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Strike… then you strike out!

If strike action isn’t an option, how can contractors make the government listen?

02 Mar 2023

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Health secretary isn’t my cup of Coffey

Thérèse Coffey thinks pharmacies can do more even though the government refuses to give them additional funding, says ICP editor Neil Trainis.

29 Sep 2022

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CPCF: New services, hub & spoke changes on the way

Year 2 of the contract will see changes such as the launch of a new NHS Discharge Medicines Service.

24 Feb 2020

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