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Join the PDA at the Pharmacy Show 2026
Sun 11th - Mon 12th October 2026
The UK's leading event for community and primary care pharmacy professionals returns this year to NEC Birmingham from 11 to 12 October 2026. The PDA will deliver two sessions on Sunday 11 October, one on 'AI in Pharmacy' and a panel session on 'Action through allyship'.
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Effective Patient Consultations
Wed 14th October 2026 (6:30pm - 8:00pm)
This interactive workshop, with group discussions and activities, will explore consultation strategies that support safe, professional and person‑centred interactions.
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Developing your assertiveness
Tue 3rd November 2026 (7:00pm - 8:30pm)
This interactive online workshop, with facilitated discussion, breakout activities, and practical communication exercises, is exclusive to PDA locum members to help them develop their skills and confidence when it comes to being assertive.
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Live the life you want to lead – a PDA and Pharmacist Support online workshop
Thu 12th November 2026 (7:00pm - 8:30pm)
This workshop was created for those of us who feel we’d like to make a change in our lives, but aren’t sure where to begin.
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Decision Making and Problem Solving
Tue 17th November 2026 (6:30pm - 8:00pm)
This interactive workshop, with group discussions and activities, will cover how effective decision‑making and problem‑solving are vital skills for pharmacists, where choices directly influence safe processes and patient outcomes
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Working Safely as a Locum Pharmacist
Tue 24th November 2026 (7:00pm - 8:30pm)
Locum pharmacists often work across multiple settings with varying levels of support, creating unique challenges in maintaining their health, safety, and professional wellbeing.
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Neurodiversity at work – 1 December 2026
Tue 1st December 2026 (6:30pm - 8:00pm)
This online interactive workshop is designed to introduce neurodiversity and what it means to be neurodivergent.
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Building and Maintaining Relationships (trainee event)
Wed 2nd December 2026 (6:30pm - 8:00pm)
This interactive workshop will explore practical strategies for building meaningful rapport with colleagues, patients, and the wider multidisciplinary healthcare team.
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Negotiating skills for locum pharmacists
Tue 8th December 2026 (7:00pm - 8:30pm)
This programme is designed to build confidence and capability in negotiation by combining a live, interactive workshop with structured self-directed follow-up learning and reflection.
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The Science Behind Wellbeing – a PDA and Pharmacist Support online workshop
Thu 10th December 2026 (7:00pm - 8:30pm)
The PDA is pleased to be working with its charity partner, Pharmacist Support on a FREE workshop that has been designed to help members manage stress and improve their mental health.