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The Digital Omnibus and pharmacy data compliance

What the Digital Omnibus Package proposes and why it matters to the independent pharmacy sector.

11 Mar 2026

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‘Shocking’ OECD figures show UK is ‘bottom of league’ for pharmacy numbers

The National Pharmacy Association said the UK was the 'sick man of Europe' when it came to money spent on medicines.

09 Dec 2024

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Supply of medicines in Northern Ireland: What is the solution?

The UK and EU have got to a position to ensure there is a continued supply of medicines to Northern Ireland, says Paul Gershlick.  

22 Feb 2022

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New GB-NI pharma arrangements

After a last-minute deal between the UK and EU, what it all means in practice is still being worked through says Paul Gershlick.

12 May 2021

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Reciprocal EU healthcare arrangements confirmed

EHIC/E111s remain valid but will be replaced by new Global Health Insurance Card on expiry.

14 Jan 2021

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Pharmacies across Europe hit by drug shortages

Community pharmacies in 24 countries in Europe experienced medicines shortages last year, according to a PGEU report.

29 Jan 2020

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Understanding competition law

Pharmacy lawyer Richard Hough explains how competition rules affect community pharmacy

17 May 2016

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