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LPC reforms may spark power struggle, warns NPA integration lead

Michael Lennox, the NPA's local integration lead, is concerned professor Wright’s reforms could lead to a power struggle. 

16 Jul 2020

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PSNC/LPC reforms 'will not give multiples more power'

Professor David Wright says he does not believe his proposals on reforming PSNC and LPCs will give the multiples more power.

19 Jun 2020

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Report: PSNC needs radical overhaul to gain leverage with DH

A report into the effectiveness of PSNC and LPCs recommends a radical overhaul of existing structures to strengthen the negotiator's hand.

19 Jun 2020

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Covid-19: Pharmacies must help patients arrange own deliveries

The long-awaited service launched on Good Friday, but there are still concerns around administrative workload and patient safety.

14 Apr 2020

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PSNC concerns around 'fraudsters' delivering medicines

Pharmacies may now use an ‘army’ of NHS volunteer responders to deliver medicines – but many are concerned about the safety implications.

08 Apr 2020

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PSNC: Pharmacies on a 'cash flow cliff edge'

The PSNC has said it is pushing for an urgent cash injection from the government before the weekend.

26 Mar 2020

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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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GPhC data points to net rise in pharmacy closures

Figures provided by the regulator suggest there may have been a net decrease of 166 community pharmacies last year.

13 Feb 2020

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GP contract 'bad news for community pharmacy'

The new GP contract is described as placing additional financial stress on the community pharmacy sector.

10 Feb 2020

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Save money by merging LPCs say trade bodies

Pharmacy trade bodies recommend a reduction in the number of LPCs to save money and improve support.

03 Feb 2020

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NHS director quizzed on community pharmacists 'jumping ship'

An NHS official has denied claims that employment incentives for GP pharmacists will harm community pharmacy.

28 Jan 2020

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