The PDA is responding to the consultations on behalf of members and asks that members help to inform its response by completing a consultation survey relevant to the nation they are registered.
GPhC’s proposed changes (Great Britain)
The GPhC proposes a 6% increase in annual registration fees from September 2025 (increased by £17 to £293), then a further 6% increase from September 2026 (increased by £17 to £310).
The GPhC states that fee increases are needed to cover rising operational costs and to make sure they can continue to fulfil their regulatory responsibilities effectively.
Consultation feedback will help to inform the decisions that the GPhC makes on fees for the next two years.
PDA members in Great Britain can complete the PDA GPhC fee increase consultation survey here. The survey closes on 12 March 2025.
Members can also share their views on the GPhC consultation directly here by 24 April 2025.
PSNI’s proposed changes (Northern Ireland)
The PSNI are consulting on the following:
- A proposed increase in pharmacist fees from £398 to £477. An increase of £79 (19.8%).
- A change from being notified of fees by post to having the option to receive notification via post or email.
- Enabling retention fees to be collected in quarterly instalments by direct debit.
PDA members in Northern Ireland can complete the PDA PSNI consultation survey here. The survey closes on 12 March 2025.
Members can also share their views on the PSNI consultation directly here by 24 March 2025.
Getting in touch
PDA members can also message the Policy team at [email protected] with any comments.
Learn more
- PDA responds to GPhC’s consultation on draft changes to registrant fees
- PSNI deliver option to pay retention fees in instalments
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