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C+D has been informing, supporting and championing community pharmacy since 1859 and proud to be at the forefront of providing the latest pharmacy news.

09/01/2025

January 2025 market update: First-time pharmacy buyers rocket as GP investors enter the market

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First-time buyers have “dominated” the market after completing 53% of pharmacy sales across England, Scotland and Wales as GP investors have started buying pharmacies, according to an exclusive look at Hutchings Consultants Ltd new report

First-time buyers have “dominated” the market after completing 53% of pharmacy sales across England, Scotland and Wales as GP investors have started buying pharmacies, according to an exclusive look at a new report...

09/01/2025

‘We have no choice’: Dutch pharmacies strike for second time in two months

https://ow.ly/QwIf50UCFua

Close to 2,000 pharmacies are taking part in a two-day national strike calling for “higher wages” and “lower work pressure” less than two months after their previous strike.

Close to 2,000 pharmacies are taking part in a two-day national strike calling for “higher wages” and “lower work pressure” less than two months after their previous strike.

09/01/2025

Pharmacy student struck off for ‘fabricating’ assessments

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A postgraduate pharmacy student has been removed from the register after she “falsified” documents during her studies, “invented reasons for absences” and made “widespread clinical failures” during her time of employment.

A postgraduate pharmacy student has been removed from the register after she “falsified” documents during her studies, “invented reasons for absences” and made “widespread clinical failures” during her time of employment.

09/01/2025

GPhC and NHSE announce ‘unique’ new pharmacy tech fellowship

https://ow.ly/44Nt50UCmS8

The General Pharmaceutical Council has announced that it is “co-hosting a national pharmacy technician fellowship” with NHS England “for the first time”, with applications opening this month.

The GPhC has announced that it is “co-hosting a national pharmacy technician fellowship” with NHS England “for the first time”, with applications opening this month.

08/01/2025

We recently held a Roundtable with Centred Solutions, HubRx and PillTime to explore the impact of the delays in hub and spoke legislation.

Hub and spoke legislation provides an important option that will allow community pharmacies to support more centralised dispensing, outsource their dispensing, retain the client relationship, increase capacity and shift to delivering more clinical services.

Discover why this reform is important for safeguarding local healthcare services. Read the Summary here👉 https://ow.ly/Tm0L50UBMKk

08/01/2025

Pharmacy First consultation payment caps rise up to 94%

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New caps on the maximum number of paid Pharmacy First consultations have begun this month, rising between 55% and 94% across different types of pharmacies

New caps on the maximum number of paid Pharmacy First consultations have begun this month, rising between 55% and 94% across different types of pharmacies.

08/01/2025

Pharmacy owners: ‘Contract delays have left us fighting for our livelihood’

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Pharmacy owners have spoken out about the “heart-wrenching” decisions they have been forced to make due to “financial pressures” from continuous delays to the pharmacy contract negotiations…

Pharmacy owners have spoken out about the “heart-wrenching” decisions they have been forced to make due to “financial pressures” from continuous delays to the pharmacy contract negotiations…

08/01/2025

McPharmacist: From the MPharm to ‘Hamburgerology’

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C+D chats to a pharmacist turned McDonald's franchisee who explains why swapping community pharmacy for fast food restaurant leadership is a great way for pharmacists to use their “elite” skills

C+D chats to a pharmacist turned McDonald’s franchisee who explains why swapping community pharmacy for fast food restaurant leadership is a great way for pharmacists to use their “elite” skills…

08/01/2025

🌿 Pharmacies, we want to hear from you! Is your pharmacy offering medicinal cannabis?

Do patients truly understand the difference between medicinal cannabis and OTC CBD products?

📝 Share your insights in this quick survey—your expertise helps us explore the role of pharmacies in this growing field.

⏳ It only takes 5-10 minutes! Take the survey here: https://ow.ly/1yXS50UpNKS

08/01/2025

BREAKING: NPA issues pharmacy collective action ultimatum

https://ow.ly/97zc50UBCKK

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned that it will have “little choice but to advise pharmacies to take collective action later this month” if delays to the pharmacy contract negotiations continue.

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned that it will have “little choice but to advise pharmacies to take collective action later this month” if delays to the pharmacy contract negotiations continue.

07/01/2025

MP: GPs need ‘financial incentive’ to engage with Pharmacy First

https://ow.ly/IOoA50UBhmz

MPs have called for “financial incentives” to be introduced to encourage GPs to "work with pharmacies” and engage with the Pharmacy First service, amid new plans for Pharmacy First ear, nose and throat (ENT) services.

MPs have called for “financial incentives” to be introduced to encourage GPs to "work with pharmacies” and engage with the Pharmacy First service, amid new plans for Pharmacy First ear, nose and throat (ENT) services.

07/01/2025

Life on ‘White Mars’: Is there pharmacy in Antarctica?

https://community.chemistanddruggist.co.uk/posts/life-on-white-mars-is-there-pharmacy-in-antarctica

C+D chats to research doctor Jessica Studer about how pharmacy works in Antarctica and how her research in prebiotics is used by the ESA - European Space Agency to simulate space missions

C+D chats to a researcher about how pharmacy works in Antarctica and how her research in prebiotics is used by the European Space Agency to simulate space missions…

07/01/2025

Want to succeed as an independent pharmacy owner? Read our latest article with RxBridge.

Read about the invaluable insights when dealing with corporate acquisitions, from navigating bureaucracy to lease negotiations.

https://ow.ly/L5Xt50UrPzo

06/01/2025

‘Horrifying’: Pharmacy Access Scheme fails to prevent 58 closures

https://ow.ly/BkgN50UAnrw

NPA analysis has revealed that the £20 million Pharmacy Access Scheme funded by the pharmacy contract failed to protect dozens of isolated pharmacies from closing since 2022

NPA analysis has revealed that the £20 million Pharmacy Access Scheme funded by the pharmacy contract failed to protect dozens of isolated pharmacies from closing since 2022.

06/01/2025

Editor’s Opinion: Good news, the only way is up. Right?

https://ow.ly/e8g750UAfpX

What if the government has been working on a package of contract reforms that would give the industry the structured and reassuring lift it deserves?

What if the government has been working on a package of pharmacy contract reforms that would give the industry the structured and reassuring lift it deserves?

06/01/2025

Coroner: Woman dies after buying off-label POMs online ‘over 100’ times

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A woman with fibromyalgia has died from multiple organ failure with two medicines purchased from websites selling off-label prescription medications found in her body, a coroner has found

A woman with fibromyalgia has died from multiple organ failure with two medicines purchased from websites selling off-label prescription medications found in her body, a coroner has found.

02/01/2025

Government set to ‘introduce’ hub-and-spoke legislation in 2025

https://www.chemistanddruggist.co.uk/news/politics/government-set-to-introduce-hub-and-spoke-legislation-in-2025-AVZE62GEUFBHFIZFNQO77XVKVM/

The pharmacy minister has revealed government plans to implement hub-and-spoke legislation this year.

The pharmacy minister has revealed government plans to implement hub-and-spoke legislation this year.

02/01/2025

‘Impossible to absorb’: Cat M to slash pharmacy cash by £34m

https://www.chemistanddruggist.co.uk/news/funding/impossible-to-absorb-cat-m-to-slash-pharmacy-cash-by-34m-7UOC7FNDEBBKVJYMOWJ5KDO254/

This month’s Category M price list is set to reduce pharmacy reimbursement by millions every month, Community Pharmacy England (CPE) has warned.

This month’s Category M price list is set to reduce pharmacy reimbursement by millions every month, Community Pharmacy England (CPE) has warned.

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This weekend, C+D will be at the annual Pharmacy Show held at the NEC in Birmingham! Visit us at stand C70 and catch our team at the Careers Theatre. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry professionals and stay updated on the latest trends. #PS24UK #HealthcareNetworking https://ow.ly/9GEO50SJUA8

The Pharmacy Show is returning to the NEC in Birmingham, and it’s just over 10 days away! Mark your calendars and join us at the Pharmacy Show to visit the C+D team at stand C70 and explore the C+D sessions taking place in the careers theatre (C65) Register now for your complimentary ticket and be part of this dynamic event! #PS24UK #HealthcareNetworking https://ow.ly/Mbng50SJUvN

C+D is returning to the Pharmacy Show, and we can’t wait to see you there! Come and see us on stand C70,13-14 October back again at the NEC in Birmingham. You’ll have the chance to: - Hear from world-class speakers - Meet all the exhibitors - Network with fellow professionals Register now for your complimentary pass using the referral code “C&D” and enter the draw for a £100 John Lewis voucher! #PS24UK #HealthcareNetworking #IndustryLeaders https://ow.ly/13lP50SJUtN

C+D is returning to this year’s Pharmacy Show, taking place 13-14 October at the NEC in Birmingham! World-class speakers, industry-leading exhibitors, and invaluable networking opportunities await you during these two exciting days. Be sure to visit our stand at C70! #PS24UK #HealthcareNetworking #pharmacy https://ow.ly/rfWN50SJURf

C+D is proud to be an exhibitor at this year’s Pharmacy Show, where industry leaders come together to explore groundbreaking developments in pharmaceutical research and cutting-edge technology. Register now for your FREE pass. Plus, when you enter the referral code “C&D” on the registration form, you’ll have a chance to win a £100 John Lewis voucher! #PS24UK #HealthcareInnovation #Collaboration https://ow.ly/eTS950SJRbs

C+D is thrilled to announce that we’ll be attending this year’s Pharmacy Show at the NEC in Birmingham 13-14 October. It’s a great opportunity for Pharmacy Professionals to Network with industry experts and peers and gain insights from expert speakers Register now for your complimentary ticket! #PS24UK #HealthcareEvent #PharmacyProfessionals https://pharmacy-show-2024.reg.buzz/cd-socials?utm_source=cd&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ps24-partner-referral

Condoms, cannabis and chlamydia... life on a university campus pharmacy https://ow.ly/Nr2j50SR4AM The superintendent says it’s unlike any pharmacy he’s ever worked in – but he sounds like he enjoys it. C+D headed to the seaside to visit the pharmacy doing a roaring trade in sexual health, while insisting it doesn’t sell weed to confused American students Let us know in the comments if you work at a pharmacy in an unusual location #Pharmacy

🌟 It's official, the shortlist for the C+D Awards 2024 has been announced 🌟 View all of the finalists here: https://ow.ly/lT6F50SK4qb We can't wait to see you on Thursday, September 19, 2024 ⭐🏆 #CDAwards2024

With the C+D awards swiftly approaching, it’s time to book your table. Tables are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t miss out! 🌟 Book here: https://ow.ly/40Cs50SFRti

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Chemist+Druggist (C+D) has proudly been providing the latest news and analysis to the UK’s community pharmacists and pharmacy staff for 160 years.

A weekly print magazine until 2016, C+D is now a digital-first publication, covering everything from breaking news and in-depth features, to CPD modules, interactive investigations and podcasts.

Our audience has grown with us – we are now read by an average of 114,400 unique users each month.

The C+D brand has also grown, and now encompasses an industry leading jobs website, the annual C+D Awards, and C+D Data – an essential database of around 100,000 pharmacy products. Meanwhile, the monthly Price List book and biannual Guide to OTC and Diagnostics remain essential resources to have at hand in your pharmacy.