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PDA reiterate call for abolition of prescription charges in England
Thu 22nd October 2026
The PDA joins other pharmacy organisations to highlight that the Westminster government has the opportunity to match Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales by abolishing prescription charges in England in the upcoming budget.
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NHS staff cannot be expected to do more for less, says PDA
Wed 21st October 2026
The PDA has warned that pharmacists and other healthcare professionals cannot continue to shoulder growing responsibilities while pay discussions remain dominated by restricting NHS workers’ pay.
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PDA champions allyship at the Pharmacy Show 2026
Thu 15th October 2026
The PDA brought an important discussion on workplace inclusion and solidarity to the Pharmacy Show 2026 through its panel session titled ‘Action through allyship’, held on 11 October.
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NHS unions 2027/28 pay claim in Scotland
Tue 13th October 2026
The PDA and other trade unions representing NHS employees on Agenda for Change (AfC) contracts have submitted a pay claim to the Scottish Government on behalf of those pharmacists and other staff.
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PDA responds to community pharmacy workforce report: investment must deliver staffing capacity
Tue 13th October 2026
The PDA has responded to the publication of the Community Pharmacy Workforce Development Group's 2026 workforce review, saying that sustainable funding for community pharmacy must translate into appropriate staffing and protected capacity for pharmacists to provide safe and effective patient care.
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The England Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey – what does the data tell us?
Wed 3rd June 2026
The PDA shares new analysis of the latest England Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey 2025 (CPWS) and places it in the wider context of the current and future pharmacy workforce in England.
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PDA publishes new guidance on safer consultations and chaperone use for pharmacists
Tue 14th April 2026
The PDA has published new practice guidance reinforcing the importance of safer consultations for pharmacists, including the appropriate and routine use of chaperones.
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PDA contributes evidence to the House of Lords ‘Medicines Security’ inquiry
Mon 16th February 2026
The PDA recently provided written evidence to the House of Lords Public Services Committee’s inquiry into medicines supply chains, drawing attention to the impact of medicine shortages on both patient-facing pharmacists and the patients depending on their care.
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Explore what’s new in the September 2026 issue of Insight Online
Tue 29th September 2026
This month, discover how your PDA membership is working for you, with the launch of our new Professional Development Support Service, stronger representation through full membership of the NHS Staff Side Council, and advocacy for pharmacists on the global stage at the FIP World Congress.
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PDA publishes professional guidance on the safe and effective use of AI in pharmacy practice
Mon 24th August 2026
A new PDA guidance series supports pharmacists to understand the opportunities, limitations and professional responsibilities associated with artificial intelligence.
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Insight Online – July 2026
Thu 30th July 2026
This month, we explore the PDA’s response to proposed changes to the overseas pharmacist registration route, concerns around patient safety, and the impact of recent ministerial changes. We also welcome a new generation of pharmacists following the release of registration assessment results! Finally, you'll find free professional development opportunities through PDA Education, current career opportunities at the PDA, details of the confidential support services available to members, and exclusive PDA Plus offers to help you make the most of the summer.
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