https://www.rpharms.com/News instancehttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Scottish-Pharmacy-Board-Member-joins-the-First-Minister-on-Community-Pharmacy-VisitOn 10 April, Catriona Sinclair FRPharmS, Scottish Pharmacy Board Member, joined the First Minister and Minister for Drug and Alcohol Policy, Maree Todd on a visit to a Community Pharmacy in Alness in Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:04:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//dr-catherine-duggan-receives-the-2025-rps-charter-awardThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is delighted to announce that Dr Catherine Duggan has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 RPS Charter Award, one of the highest honours the Society bestowTue, 07 Apr 2026 07:30:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-hosts-sustainability-roundtable-at-Holyrood-On 18 March, Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland brought together politicians, Royal Colleges, the pharmaceutical industry and key stakeholders from across Scotland’s health system for a roThu, 02 Apr 2026 15:08:31 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-appoints-justine-scanlan-as-director-of-pharmacyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Justine Scanlan FRPharmS as its new Director of Pharmacy, a key leadership role as the organisation transitions to bThu, 02 Apr 2026 09:28:08 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-national-pharmacy-advisory-councils-elect-president-for-the-royal-college-of-pharmacyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society today (27 March) announced that the newly established National Pharmacy Advisory Councils for England, Scotland and Wales, which will develop pharmacy policy and practFri, 27 Mar 2026 11:09:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-march-2026The Royal Pharmaceutical Society Assembly met on 25 March 2026 for its final meeting before the organisation becomes the Royal College of Pharmacy. The Assembly, which is responsible for setting the SThu, 26 Mar 2026 11:49:21 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//medicines-shortages-rps-publishes-one-year-on-reportThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has today published Medicines Shortages: One Year On, a report assessing progress since the launch of Medicines Shortages: Solutions for Empty Shelves in DecembeTue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-urges-clarity-in-gphc-draft-standards-for-responsible-and-superintendent-pharmacistsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has submitted its response to the General Pharmaceutical Council’s consultation on draft rules and standards for Responsible Pharmacists and SuperintendentFri, 20 Mar 2026 15:56:54 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-welcomes-uk-covid-19-inquiry-reportThe RPS has welcomed a report by the UK COVID-19 Inquiry on the impact of the pandemic on healthcare systems in the UK. The report finds that the UK entered the COVID-19 pandemic ‘ill-prepared Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:37:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Statement-Assisted-Dying-for-Terminally-Ill-Adults-Scotland-BillThe Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill was debated and voted on in the Scottish Parliament on 17 March, and the Bill was defeated by 69 votes to 57. This was the final vote on thWed, 18 Mar 2026 10:52:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-new-pharmacogenomics-resource-to-support-safe-effective-and-personalised-prescribingThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has today launched A Pharmacogenomic Resource to Support the Competency Framework for All Prescribers, a new resource designed to help prescribers integrate pharWed, 18 Mar 2026 09:22:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Statement-RPS-opposes-the-Assisted-Dying-Bill-in-ScotlandThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland oppose the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill following the removal of vital protections to protect pharmacists who may wish to conscFri, 13 Mar 2026 12:43:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-announces-results-of-first-elections-to-the-national-pharmacy-advisory-councilsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has today announced the results of the inaugural elections for the three National Pharmacy Advisory Councils in England, Scotland and Wales that form a key part Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//help-capture-the-story-of-the-20102026-rps-yearsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has launched a new project to document and celebrate the progress made across the profession between 2010 and 2026, its final chapter before becoming the Royal CThu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-announces-privy-council-approval-of-royal-charter-changesFollowing a meeting of the Privy Council yesterday (10 March 2026), the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) can today announce that His Majesty King Charles III has approved the application to amend ouWed, 11 Mar 2026 16:07:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-invites-feedback-on-regulations-for-the-new-royal-college-of-pharmacyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is inviting Members and Fellows to share their feedback on the new Regulations for the Royal College of Pharmacy. The Regulations mark a significant milestone inFri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Proposed-changes-to-Assisted-Dying-for-Terminally-Ill-Adults-Scotland-BillRoyal Pharmacuetical Society, along with six othermedical and healthcare membership organisations in Scotland hasissued a joint consensus statement warning significant concern regarding changes now beMon, 23 Feb 2026 10:47:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//voting-opens-for-first-ever-elections-to-the-royal-college-of-pharmacyVoting is now open for the inaugural elections to the new National Pharmacy Advisory Councils of the future Royal College of Pharmacy. RPS members and Fellows have until 5pm 11 March to make their voiMon, 23 Feb 2026 08:59:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-publishes-digital-skills-and-capability-resource-for-pharmacy-teamsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has published a free, open-access digital resource to support pharmacy teams across Great Britain to build the digital skills and capabilities needed for modern Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:24:13 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//candidates-confirmed-for-inaugural-national-pharmacy-advisory-council-electionsA total of 38candidates are standing in the inaugural elections to the National Pharmacy Advisory Councils of England, Scotland and Wales. The Councils will play a central role in shaping pharmacy polThu, 05 Feb 2026 10:03:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-seeks-trustees-to-join-the-board-of-the-royal-college-of-pharmacyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is inviting applications for up to three skilled trustees to join the first Board of the future Royal College of Pharmacy. The new royal college will be a regisWed, 04 Feb 2026 09:56:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-responds-to-ukpplab-open-letterThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is one of eight pharmacy professional leadership bodies and specialist professional groups, along with independent expert members, that comprise the UK Pharmacy Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:50:54 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//limit-nasal-decongestant-spray-use-to-seven-days-says-rpsDuring the cold and flu season, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is reminding the public that nasal decongestant sprays should not be used for longer than seven days in a row. Longer use can cauThu, 08 Jan 2026 10:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//election-nominations-for-future-royal-college-now-openNominations are officially open from today (05 January) for the inaugural elections to the National Pharmacy Advisory Councils in England, Scotland and Wales. The elections offer a unique opportunityMon, 05 Jan 2026 10:57:55 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-announces-results-of-regulations-consultation-and-thanks-those-who-took-partA decision was made at a Special Assembly meeting in October 2025 to amend RPS Regulations to enable the smooth transition towards becoming the Royal College of Pharmacy in 2026, and to hold electionsMon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-and-health-professional-leadership-bodies-launch-health-and-climate-manifestoToday, health professional leadership bodies across Scotland - led by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and Royal College of GPs (RCGP Scotland) - have launched a manifesto for health and climateFri, 19 Dec 2025 11:16:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-appoints-director-of-finance-and-technologyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan de Sousa Caires as its new Director of Finance and Technology, a key leadership role as the organisation transitioMon, 15 Dec 2025 09:22:56 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacists-will-be-able-to-choose-whether-to-participate-in-Assisted-Dying-in-ScotlandFollowing influencing activity from RPS in Scotland, pharmacists will be able to choose whether to participate in Assisted Dying in Scotlandaccording to their conscience, if the draft legislation becoFri, 12 Dec 2025 13:45:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-announces-inaugural-elections-for-the-future-royal-collegeThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) today announces details of the inaugural elections for the future Royal College of Pharmacy, to be held in early 2026 and with nominations opening on 5 January 2Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:44:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-responds-to-government-consultation-on-pharmacist-flexibilitiesThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has submitted its response to the Department of Health and Social Care’s consultation on enabling pharmacist flexibilities when dispensing medicines. The Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-consultation-on-new-pharmacogenomic-resource-for-all-prescribersThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has opened a consultation to gather views on its upcoming Pharmacogenomic Resource for all Prescribers. Commissioned by the NHSE Network of Excellence in PharmaMon, 01 Dec 2025 09:20:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//pharmacy-teams-must-be-fully-integrated-into-palliative-care-says-rpsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is calling for reforms that place pharmacists and their teams at the heart of palliative and end of life care so that patients and their families can access the Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-calls-for-greater-resource-so-pharmacy-can-deliver-on-neighbourhood-careRPS Director for England Amandeep Doll gave evidence today at the Health and Social Care Select Committee session on workforce and Neighbourhood Health. Speaking alongside the Royal College of GPs anWed, 26 Nov 2025 13:03:28 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-welcomes-new-chief-executive-and-registrar-of-the-general-pharmaceutical-councilCommenting on the appointment of Kathie Cashell to lead the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), RPS Chief Executive Paul Bennett said: “I’m delighted to welcome Kathie Cashell as the nWed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-fellows-november-2025The Royal Pharmaceutical SocietyPanel of Fellows has designated the following 17 members as Fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy: Mari Beddis ShanTue, 25 Nov 2025 09:39:53 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-announces-appointment-of-inaugural-chair-of-the-trustee-board-to-steer-the-future-royal-college-charityThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) today, Monday 24 November,announcesthe appointment of Joe Irvin OBE as the inaugural Chair of the Board of Trustees of the future Royal College of Pharmacy (RCPhMon, 24 Nov 2025 12:55:50 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-november-2025TheRPS Assemblyis the primary governance body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following discussion pThu, 20 Nov 2025 11:15:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-to-host-Parliamentary-exhibitionIn December, RPS will be hosting a three-day exhibition for MSPs at The Scottish Parliament, entitled, Delivering Environmental Sustainability in Pharmacy. RPS has a long-standing interest in environThu, 13 Nov 2025 11:01:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-involved-in-high-level-advocacy-across-GB-on-Assisted-Dying-RPS is actively engaging with policymakers in both the UK and Scottish Parliaments, as two separate Bills on assisted dying progress through both legislatures. If both Bills pass, Assisted Dying will Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:58:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-appoints-louise-goldring-as-director-of-educationThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Louise Goldring as its new Director of Education, a key leadership role as the organisation transitions to become the RThu, 13 Nov 2025 09:22:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-calls-for-stronger-measures-to-manage-medicine-shortages-at-lords-committeeAmandeep Doll, Director for England at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), gave oral evidence on 5 November to the House of Lords Public Services Committee Inquiry into medicines security across tThu, 06 Nov 2025 11:18:59 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-gives-wide-ranging-evidence-on-assisted-dying-at-westminsterLaura Wilson, Director for Scotland at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), gave oral evidence today to the House of Lords committee examining the proposed Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:10:06 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-2025-workforce-wellbeing-survey-The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), in partnership with Pharmacist Support, the British Pharmaceutical Students’ Association (BPSA) and the Pharmacy Schools Council (PhSC), has launched its Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-calls-for-stronger-safeguards-in-private-prescribingRPS has responded to the Government’s call for evidence on private prescribing, urging a series of reforms to improve patient safety, transparency and accountability, particularly in online and Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//celebrating-black-history-month-2025Throughout October, we celebrated Black History Month by recognising the invaluable contributions of Black people to British society and pharmacy. This year’s Black History Month theme, StandinFri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//bnf-partnership-translates-cautionary-and-advisory-labels-into-the-uks-most-spoken-languagesBNF Partnership comprising BMJ Group, Pharmaceutical Press, RCPCH, and NPPG has translated British National Formulary (BNF) and BNF for Children (BNFC) cautionary and advisory labels (CALs) into the UWed, 22 Oct 2025 11:13:24 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-invites-members-to-share-views-on-interim-regulationsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has publisheddraft interim Regulations, that will support its transition to becoming the Royal College of Pharmacy and is inviting members to share their views aMon, 20 Oct 2025 09:42:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-country-boards-meeting-summaryThe recent country Board meetings held across England, Scotland and Wales brought together pharmacy leaders to discuss key policy priorities for the profession and pharmacy practice. You can find outThu, 16 Oct 2025 08:03:01 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//professor-cathy-mckenzie-appointed-to-uks-first-professional-role-in-intensive-care-pharmacyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) congratulates Professor Cathy McKenzie on her appointment as Professor of Intensive Care Pharmacy at the University of Southampton-the first role of its kind in Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:14:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//professor-amira-guirguis-appointed-as-rps-chief-scientistThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Amira Guirguis as its new Chief Scientist. Amira is currently a Professor of Pharmacy, Deputy Pro Vice ChancWed, 08 Oct 2025 09:56:57 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//we-are-calling-for-digital-and-ai-skills-to-become-a-core-competency-for-healthcare-professionalsWe're callingfor digital skills to be recognised as a core competency for all healthcare professionals, following a roundtable event that brought together leaders in pharmacy education, digital inMon, 06 Oct 2025 07:01:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launching-new-e-learning-module-to-tackle-polypharmacy-and-drug-interactionsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), in partnership with EL Healthcare Education, is launching a new e-learning module to help healthcare professionals safely manage polypharmacy and reduce the risTue, 23 Sep 2025 08:16:39 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//use-of-paracetamol-during-pregnancyFollowing recent comments from the US Administration suggesting a link between paracetamol use during pregnancy and autism, President of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Professor Claire Anderson saidTue, 23 Sep 2025 07:12:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-new-programme-in-collaboration-with-idorsia-to-help-pharmacists-support-patients-with-insomniaThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has launched a new national learning programme, developed in collaboration with Idorsia Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd, to support pharmacists in identifying and managinTue, 16 Sep 2025 08:00:04 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//dr-adam-pattison-rathbone-receives-rps-barnett-award-2025The Royal Pharmaceutical Society is proud to announce that Dr Adam Pattison Rathbone has been awarded the RPS Barnett Award, recognising his exceptional commitment to mentorship and professional develTue, 09 Sep 2025 06:58:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-president-prof-claire-anderson-receives-fip-distinguished-service-awardProfessor Claire Anderson received the award from FIP President Paul Sinclair The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to celebrate its President, Professor Claire Anderson, who has been awardMon, 01 Sep 2025 08:22:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-new-consultation-to-strengthen-inclusion-diversity-and-equity-in-pharmacyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has launched a new profession-wide consultation to better understand inclusion, diversity and equity across the pharmacy sector. The consultation explores pharmaTue, 26 Aug 2025 14:10:08 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-fellow-dr-raliat-onatade-named-pharmacist-of-the-year-at-the-black-healthcare-awards-2025The Royal Pharmaceutical Society is proud to celebrate RPS Fellow Dr Raliat Onatade, who has been awarded Pharmacist of the Year at the Black Healthcare Awards 2025. The Black Healthcare Awards, hostFri, 22 Aug 2025 10:53:52 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-sets-course-for-royal-college-with-the-announcement-of-leadership-changesTheRoyal Pharmaceutical Society(RPS) has announced plans for changes to its leadership team as part of its journey to becoming a royal college. The changes are announced as the organisation navigatesTue, 19 Aug 2025 10:47:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//celebrating-south-asian-heritage-month-2025Did you catch our celebrations forSouth Asian Heritage Month, which exploresthe history and identity of British South Asians? We collaborated with Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK, British PharSun, 17 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-invites-profession-to-help-shape-future-royal-college-strategyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is inviting pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists,students and the wider pharmacy community to take part in a new series of online events this autumn to help shWed, 13 Aug 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Laura-McIver--recently-retired-Chief-Pharmacist-reflects-on-her-CBE‘I’m delighted to be awarded a CBE. This is well-deserved recognition for the whole pharmacy profession and team.’ Laura McIver CBE, recently retired Chief Pharmacist at Healthcare Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:22:07 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-updated-humanitarian-statement-july-2025RPS fully recognises the appalling position in which innocent people find themselves because of the ongoing conflict in Gaza. We share the concern of our members for the welfare of civilians and healtWed, 23 Jul 2025 10:40:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-outlines-priorities-ahead-of-2026-devolved-electionsRoyal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has published a list of asks for the next Governments of Wales and Scotland, ahead of the Parliamentary Elections both taking place in May 2026. RPS is actively engWed, 23 Jul 2025 06:18:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-publishes-48th-edition-of-medicines-ethics-and-practiceThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has published the 48th edition of Medicines, Ethics and Practice (MEP). Reflecting the growing complexity of pharmacy practice, this year’s edition includMon, 21 Jul 2025 05:06:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-july-2025TheRPS Assemblyis the primary governance body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following discussionFri, 18 Jul 2025 05:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-welcomes-draft-legislation-on-pharmacy-supervisionThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has welcomed the publication of draft legislation from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and devolved governments following the 2023 consultation oThu, 17 Jul 2025 04:54:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//position-statement-on-facilitated-self-selection-of-pharmacy-medicinesRPS is supportive of the adoption of models that enable the facilitated self-selection of Pharmacy (P) medicines, where a community pharmacy chooses to implement such models. When setting up these serMon, 14 Jul 2025 05:25:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//elen-jones-to-become-pharmacy-dean-at-heiwAfter 11 years at RPS, Elen Jones will be leaving the organisation in October to take up the position of Pharmacy Dean at Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW). RPS CEO Paul Bennett said: &lMon, 07 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//joint-winners-of-the-outstanding-pharmacy-early-career-researcher-awardQonita Anjani, Research fellow at Queen’s University Belfast and Jennifer Stevenson, Lead pharmacist for older adults at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust have been announceMon, 30 Jun 2025 06:33:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//ukpplab-invite-to-pharmacy-professional-leadership-conversationRPS is one of eight pharmacy professional leadership bodies and specialist professional groups, along with independent expert members, that comprise the UK Pharmacy Professional Leadership Advisory BoFri, 27 Jun 2025 12:44:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-led-group-to-tackle-racial-disparities-for-black-pharmacy-studentsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has convened the first meeting of its cross-sector Differential Attainment Oversight Group, dedicated to tackling differential attainment among Black student andFri, 20 Jun 2025 09:10:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//-Scottish-Parliament-votes-for-the-creation-of-integrated-digital-patient-care-records-MSPs have voted for the creation of digital patient care records in Scotland, during a debate on the Care Reform (Scotland) Bill. Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) in Scotland has been consistently Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:01:43 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-2024-annual-credentialing-reportThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has published its 2024 annual credentialing report, presenting data and assessor insights from its credentialing assessments for post-registration foundation, adFri, 30 May 2025 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-fellows-may-2025The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Panel of Fellows has designated the following 28 members as Fellows of the RPS for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy: James Allen Andrew Boyle Nathan BuWed, 28 May 2025 05:55:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-new-mentoring-development-programme-to-support-pharmacistsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to launch ‘Your Journey to Becoming an Effective Mentor’ - a new mentoring development programme designed to help pharmacists build confidenTue, 27 May 2025 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//professor-david-jones-receives-rps-hanbury-medal-2025The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce that Professor David Jones, Professor of Pharmaceutical and Biomaterial Engineering at Queen’s University Belfast, has been awarded thFri, 23 May 2025 06:49:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-updates-welsh-language-guide-to-support-pharmacists-across-the-ukThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce the update to its Welsh Language guide. The guide aids pharmacists in utilising and promote the Welsh language in their daily practice. TheTue, 20 May 2025 07:16:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Scottish-Assisted-Dying-Bill-Passes-First-VoteThe Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill has passed a stage one vote in the Scottish Parliament. The Bill, which has been introduced to the Scottish Parliament as a Private MembersWed, 14 May 2025 10:37:31 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//royal-pharmaceutical-society-offers-professional-liability-insurance-for-membersRoyal Pharmaceutical Society offers professional liability insurance for members The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce the launch of a new professional liability insurance policFri, 09 May 2025 06:29:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-to-launch-new-prescribing-development-programme-for-pharmacistsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce it will be launching a comprehensive new prescribing development programme designed to support pharmacists across all stages of their prescrMon, 28 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-credentialed-candidates-reach-highest-ever-pass-rateThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce a further 13 pharmacists have successfully completed Core Advanced Credentialing as part of the latest assessment cohort, representing a 93%Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:57:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-pledges-support-for-pharmacist-support-gift-in-wills-initiativeThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is delighted to announce that it is supporting the ‘Gift in Wills’ initiative run by Pharmacist Support, coinciding with their birthday celebrations Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:06:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-unveils-innovative-new-learning-resources-for-membersThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce the launch of RPS Learn, a new online learning platform designed to support the practice, development and career advancement of RPS members.Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:06:44 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-greener-pharmacy-toolkit-reduces-environmental-impactThe new RPS Greener Pharmacy Toolkit is easy to use and provides prompts to introduce more sustainable practices to reduce emissions, improve patient care, prevent ill health, tackle medicines waste aTue, 08 Apr 2025 08:31:08 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-march-2025TheRPS Assemblyis the primary governance body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following discussion pThu, 27 Mar 2025 09:44:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-members-vote-in-favour-of-change-and-royal-collegeRPS is delighted to announce today (Wednesday 26 March 2025), that Members have voted in favour by way of a Special Resolution Vote (SRV), in support of proposed changes to the RPS’ Royal CharteWed, 26 Mar 2025 10:02:51 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//vote-now-for-rps-to-become-the-royal-college-of-pharmacyWe are urging our Members and Fellows to vote from today to approve the proposed changes to our Royal Charter, paving the way for our transformation to the Royal College of Pharmacy. This historic SpThu, 13 Mar 2025 08:52:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//uk-chief-pharmaceutical-officers-back-royal-college-of-pharmacy-voteThe UK’s Chief Pharmaceutical Officers have given their support to our proposals to become a Royal College, calling it “a historic opportunity” to strengthen pharmacy leadership and Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:30:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Gail-Caldwell-receives-RPS-Charter-Award-2024The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce that RPS Fellow, Gail Caldwell, is the latest recipient of the Charter Award, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to pharmacy anTue, 11 Mar 2025 10:17:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//open-letter-to-the-pda-following-their-statement-about-the-rps-special-resolution-vote-processWe are disappointed by the position taken by the Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA) regarding the RPS forthcoming Special Resolution Vote (SRV) of Members and Fellows of the Royal PharmaceutMon, 10 Mar 2025 17:31:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//strengthening-our-partnership-with-pharmacist-supportAt the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, we’ve always valued our strong partnership with Pharmacist Support, and we’re committed to continuing to work together to support the profession. With Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:50:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//ukpplab-backs-our-royal-college-ambitionsThe UK Pharmacy Professional Leadership Advisory Board (UKPPLAB) has given its support to our proposals to become a Royal College, calling them “a historic opportunity to raise the profile of phFri, 07 Mar 2025 10:34:30 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//renew-or-join-by-28-february-to-vote-on-royal-college-status-says-rpsRPS is urging pharmacists to renew their membership (if it is due) by 28thFebruary 2025, or to join by that date, to be eligible to take part in the upcoming Special Resolution Vote (SRV) on its propoFri, 21 Feb 2025 09:03:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Foysol-Choudhury-MSP-visits-Barnton-Pharmacy-EdinburghOn 17 February, Foysol Choudhury MSP for Lothian, visited the pharmacy team at Barnton Pharmacy in Edinburgh to witness the fantastic work they are doing to provide care to their local community. The Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:33:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//workforce-survey-highlights-strain-medicine-shortages-place-on-pharmacy-teamsThe results of the sixth annual RPS Workforce Wellbeing Survey, in partnership with Pharmacist Support and in collaboration with the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK), highlight the intenTue, 18 Feb 2025 08:59:42 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-unveils-proposed-changes-to-royal-charter-and-vote-details-in-royal-college-bidThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has announced proposed changes to its Royal Charter and details of an all-member vote that will pave the way for its transition to become a Royal College. The &lWed, 12 Feb 2025 10:07:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//reclassification-will-help-unlock-access-to-medicines-says-rpsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society welcomes the news from the Department of Health and Social Care encouraging more reclassification applications to the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory AgenFri, 07 Feb 2025 09:07:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-response-to-gphcs-updated-guidance-on-online-pharmacy-servicesThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) welcomes the updated guidance issued by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) on the provision of pharmacy services at a distance, including online services.Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Scottish-Parliamentary-Reception-highlights-The-Daffodil-Standards-On 28 January, a Parliamentary reception, ‘The Daffodil Standards for Community Pharmacy’, was held at Holyrood to raise awareness and highlight the role of pharmacists in providing high qFri, 31 Jan 2025 12:04:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-comments-on-proposed-rise-in-GPhC-feesCommenting on the General Pharmaceutical Council’s proposal to increase its fees by 6% annually over the next two years, RPS CEO Paul Bennett said: “We fully recognise the importance of eThu, 30 Jan 2025 14:16:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Scottish-Pharmacy-Board-Chair-seeks-assurances-from-First-Minister-on-support-for-PharmacyYesterday (27 January), Jonathan Burton MBE, Chair of the Scottish Pharmacy Board, attended a speech by the Scottish First Minister, John Swinney, and used the opportunity to seek assurances that ScotTue, 28 Jan 2025 11:26:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-submits-to-call-for-evidence-on-assisted-dyingThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has responded to a call for evidence by a House of Commons committee examining legislation on assisted dying. On 29 November 2024, the Terminally Ill Adults (EnTue, 28 Jan 2025 10:18:20 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//collaborative-vision-for-pharmacy-professional-leadershipThe UK Pharmacy Professional Leadership Advisory Board (UKPPLAB) has launched a series of webinars during February so that pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and wider pharmacy team members can collaboMon, 27 Jan 2025 08:56:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-speaks-to-the-bbc-on-finasteride-safety-concernsFormer RPS Director for England, James Davies, and RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board member Lowri Puw recently spoke to the BBC about Finasteride, a prescription drug for prostate enlargement and hair loss. TFri, 24 Jan 2025 10:27:36 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//MSP-drop-in-on-patient-recordsOn Thursday (16 January), the RPS Scotland Team held a drop-in event on access to patient records for pharmacists in the community, for MSPs at The Scottish Parliament.The event was kindly sponsored bFri, 17 Jan 2025 16:25:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//professor-amira-guirguis-appointed-to-advisory-council-on-misuse-of-drugsProfessor Amira Guirguis, Chair of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s (RPS) Science and Research Committee and RPS Fellow, has been appointed to the prestigious Advisory Council on the Misuse ofWed, 15 Jan 2025 10:00:29 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-new-policy-on-artificial-intelligence-in-pharmacyWe'vepublished a new policy outlining how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to support pharmacy practice and improve patient care. Developed in consultation with RPS members, Expert AdvisoTue, 14 Jan 2025 09:06:11 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-report-unveils-roadshow-debates-about-its-proposals-for-changeThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has published a report which captures the conversations and questions that were a key part of 15 ‘roadshow’ events held across Great Britain in OctobFri, 10 Jan 2025 15:39:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Why-community-pharmacists-should-have-access-to-patient-recordsThe below comment piece was published in The Times (Scotland edition) newspaperon Tuesday 10 December, 2024. Community pharmacists prescribe medication multiple times a day, but they could do more Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:35:57 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-awards-new-Fellowships-in-ScotlandRPS in Scotland is delighted to announce that thirteen pharmacists based in Scotland have been recognised by the profession this week with the awarding of new Fellowships of RPS for distinction in theFri, 29 Nov 2024 09:58:59 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-november-2024TheRPS Assemblyis the key decision-making body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following discussion Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:23:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-calls-on-secretary-of-state-for-health-to-create-medicines-shortages-strategyThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society in England and 19 other organisations have written to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, calling for a cohesive cross-government strategWed, 27 Nov 2024 08:51:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-calls-for-Government-action-to-tackle-medicine-shortages-A new report from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), backed by charities and patient groups, calls on Governments across the UK to work together on a strategy to manage medicine shortages. The rTue, 26 Nov 2024 09:49:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-advises-Parliamentary-Committee-on-Assisted-DyingToday, Fiona McIntyre, Policy and Practice Lead at Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland, provided evidence to the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee at The Scottish Parliament as part of its Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:35:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-presents-inaugural-barnett-award-at-annual-conferenceThe RPS is proud to present Dr Joanne Brown with the inaugural Barnett Award today at its Annual Conference, celebrating her exceptional commitment to mentorship and professional development in pharmaFri, 08 Nov 2024 07:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//celebrating-black-history-month-2024Throughout October, we celebrated Black History Month (BHM) by hosting an event at our London office sharing blogs and resources on our social media channels. Catch up on our highlights from the monthFri, 01 Nov 2024 11:31:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//our-response-to-guild-of-healthcare-pharmacists-open-letterFollowing the open letter sent to us by the Guild of Healthcare Pharmacists (GHP), we have responded to them and have set out our response below. Dear Rob, Thank you for your recent letter concerniFri, 25 Oct 2024 08:55:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPSs-Parliamentary-evidence-on-remote-and-rural-healthcare-highlighted-The Health, Social Care and Sport Committee has published its final report on healthcare in remote and rural areas. Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) provided both written and oral evidence to this Wed, 09 Oct 2024 06:24:43 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-responds-to-consultation-on-puberty-blockersRPS has responded to the Government’s consultation on the proposed change to the availability of puberty blockers. In our response, we have consolidated our position expressed in our earlier stFri, 04 Oct 2024 10:59:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//celebrating-esea-heritage-month-2024For the first time, we celebrated East and Southeast Asian Heritage Month, embracing this year’s theme “Changing Seasons” to acknowledge the evolving experiences, cultures and identiTue, 01 Oct 2024 13:29:43 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-two-new-advanced-pharmacist-curriculaWe have launched two new pioneer curricula that define advanced pharmacist practice in mental healthandcritical care. These were developed collaboratively with the College of Mental Health Pharmacy (CMon, 23 Sep 2024 09:03:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-announces-proposal-to-become-a-royal-collegeThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), the professional leadership body for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists in Great Britain, is today (12 September) announcing proposals to seek to registeThu, 12 Sep 2024 07:45:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-presents-evidence-at-uk-covid-19-inquiry-hearingRPS has given evidenceat the opening of a new phase of the UK COVID-19 Inquiry. Public hearings have now begun for Module 3 of the Inquiry, which is examining the impact of the pandemic on healthcareWed, 11 Sep 2024 10:40:16 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//weight-loss-medicines-in-the-newsAs the demand for weight loss medicines increases but supply remains limited, the risk of people turning to unregulated websites and social media to buy them grows. Medicines obtained from such sitesMon, 09 Sep 2024 13:45:38 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-hosts-uk-wide-summit-on-advanced-practice-credentialingOn 3 September RPS hosted the Advanced Credentialing Summit, which brought together pharmacists, education bodies and system leaders from across the UK to discuss advanced practice for pharmacists. AMon, 09 Sep 2024 12:16:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//The-ability-of-pharmacists-to-conscientiously-object-to-Assisted-Dying-is-essential-This week, Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland published our consultation response to the Scottish Parliament’s Health, Social Care and Sport Committee on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:14:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Statement-on-drug-related-deaths-in-ScotlandThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) notes statistics released from National Records of Scotland today,which show 1,172 people died due to drug misuse in Scotland in 2023, which is an increase of 12Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:35:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-makes-landmark-investment-in-dosiumDosium’s clinical decision support technology aims to improve the speed, consistency and safety of prescribing.Now the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), on behalf of Pharmaceutical Press, the Tue, 20 Aug 2024 08:24:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//celebrating-south-asian-heritage-month-2024Did you catch our celebrations forSouth Asian Heritage Month, which exploresthe history and identity of British South Asians? We collaborated with Female Pharmacy Leaders Network, Pharmacy TechnicianMon, 19 Aug 2024 09:53:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacy-initiative-increases-sustainable-disposal-of-inhalersA pharmacy initiative in NHS Lothian has resulted in a 300% increase in the number of inhalers being returned to community pharmacies for sustainable disposal. The simple initiative involved stickersMon, 12 Aug 2024 09:50:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//continuing-violence-and-its-impact-on-pharmacyRPS is an anti-racist organisation and we stand with the pharmacy community against all forms of racism, religious hatred and intolerance. The violent disorder that has been perpetrated across cities Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:57:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-biggest-ever-medicines-ethics-and-practice-mepThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has launched its latest edition of Medicines, Ethics and Practice (MEP). At 258 pages, this edition is the largest ever, reflecting a 30% increase in content from the Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:34:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//pharmacists-must-not-be-criminalised-over-puberty-blocking-hormones-warns-rpsIn light of confirmation by Judicial Review that the emergency prohibition order for puberty blocking hormones remains valid, The Royal Pharmaceutical Society is concerned about the potential criminalWed, 31 Jul 2024 10:47:51 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-endorses-call-for-improved-womens-reproductive-healthThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), alongside 60 other organisations, has signed an FSRH open letter from Dr. Janet Barter, President of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health (FSRH), calliWed, 24 Jul 2024 16:23:44 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-july-2024TheRPS Assemblyis the key decision-making body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance and met on 17 July. The Assembly confirmThu, 18 Jul 2024 06:04:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//call-for-evidence-on-facilitated-self-selection-of-p-medicinesWe've published a call for evidence on the facilitated self-selection of P medicines following changes made by the regulator, the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), enabling more pharmacies toFri, 12 Jul 2024 04:16:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//government-must-turn-to-priorities-for-patients-and-pharmacyThe health service has been one of the key issues throughout the election campaign and there are clear priorities for patients and pharmacy which must now be addressed. Following the general electionTue, 09 Jul 2024 10:39:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Implementing-Pharmacy-2030-in-ShetlandIn June, RPS President, Claire Anderson, visited pharmacy teams across Shetland, to witness their innovative practice and implementation of RPS’s vision for the future of pharmacy, Pharmacy 2030Tue, 09 Jul 2024 06:53:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-comments-on-the-general-election-outcomeCommenting on the results of the General Election, RPS Prsident Professor Claire Anderson said: "It's fantastic we now have two pharmacists elected to Parliament. I would like to warmly congFri, 05 Jul 2024 06:32:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-attend-pride-in-cardiffOn Saturday 22nd June, for the first time, RPS members took part in Cardiff Pride to celebrate, raise awareness, and advocate for equal rights for LGBTQIA+ people. RPS Director for Wales Elen Jones sFri, 28 Jun 2024 02:40:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//winner-of-opera-award-2024-announcedSion Scott, a lecturer in behavioural medicine and lead postgraduate research tutor at the University of Leicester, has won the 2024 ‘Outstanding Pharmacy Early-Career Researcher Award’ (OMon, 24 Jun 2024 10:24:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-statement-on-the-self-selection-of-p-medicines-At the RPS Board meeting 19th June, a discussion took place in the Open Business section of the agenda on the self-selection of P medicines. Enabled by the General Pharmaceutical Council, we understaThu, 20 Jun 2024 10:52:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//elections-to-rps-boards-and-assembly-2024Elections to vacant positions on the RPS Scottish and English Country Boards took place at the meeting on June 18th and the results are as follows: The Scottish Pharmacy Board The Board elected JonaWed, 19 Jun 2024 08:56:49 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-charter-award-presented-to-ade-williams-mbeThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce that Adeyemi (Ade) Williams MBE, FRPharmS is the latest recipient of our Charter Award, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to pWed, 19 Jun 2024 06:57:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Glasgow-South-Candidate-for-Westminster-visits-local-Community-Pharmacy-Scottish Labour’s Glasgow South Candidate for Westminster, Gordon McKee, visited Right Dose Pharmacy on Cathcart Road to meet with the pharmacy team and discuss RPS’s vision for the futureMon, 17 Jun 2024 14:58:59 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-visit-to-Dumfries-and-Galloway-In June, Laura Wilson, Director for Scotlandand Fiona McIntyre, Policy and Practice Lead,met withthe Dumfries & Galloway pharmacy team, where they observedpharmacy services in both primary and secThu, 13 Jun 2024 07:54:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//call-to-action-for-political-parties-ahead-of-general-electionAhead of the General Election, we’ve written an open letter calling on political parties to support our joint manifesto for community pharmacy. We’ve joined Community Pharmacy England, thFri, 07 Jun 2024 08:09:13 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//a-new-chapter-for-martindale-the-complete-drug-referenceAs the 41st edition of Martindale: The Complete Drug Reference is released, the long-time publisher of this highly respected and trusted publication, Pharmaceutical Press, the Royal Pharmaceutical SocThu, 30 May 2024 10:15:23 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-new-prescribing-support-serviceWe’re excited to announce the launch of our new Prescribing Support Service, an extension of our Professional Support Service tailored to queries about prescribing. With prescribing now a part Wed, 29 May 2024 08:12:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-fellows-may-2024The RPS Panel of Fellows has designated the following 19 members as Fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy. Being appointed a Fellow of the Royal PhFri, 24 May 2024 08:07:02 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//help-put-pharmacy-at-the-forefront-of-the-general-electionOur general election manifesto highlights key issues facing the next Government after the election on July 4th. We need your help to ask local candidates to show their support for pharmacy and ensureThu, 23 May 2024 13:44:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//prof-ryan-donnelly-awarded-2024-rps-harrison-medalWe’re pleased to announce that Professor Ryan Donnelly has been awarded the RPS Harrison Memorial Medal for 2024 for his outstanding contribution to advancing pharmaceutical science. The medal iWed, 15 May 2024 06:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//his-majesty-the-king-becomes-new-patron-of-rpsWe are proud to announce His Majesty The King has agreed to become the new Patron of RPS. Buckingham Palace confirmed the news to mark the first anniversary of the Coronation of His Majesty The King Mon, 13 May 2024 07:54:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-at-CPCAre you going to Clinical Pharmacy Congress on 10-11 May? Then staff from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society would love to say "hello". Our friendly team will be chairing sessions, giving preFri, 03 May 2024 04:23:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-antimicrobial-expert-shares-insights-at-eccmid-2024Mark Gilchrist FRPharmS, Chair of the RPS Antimicrobial Expert Advisory Group (AMEAG), has today presented on penicillin allergy at the 34th European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious DMon, 29 Apr 2024 10:28:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-updated-patient-safety-professional-standardsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), in collaboration with the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK) and the Pharmacy Forum Northern Ireland (PFNI), has updated its set of professional staTue, 23 Apr 2024 08:09:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-2023-annual-credentialing-reportThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has released its 2023 annual credentialing report, providing feedback from assessors and assessment outcome data for its advanced and consultant credentials. The repoTue, 16 Apr 2024 08:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-statement-at-uk-covid-19-inquiry-hearingAs the professional leadership body for pharmacists, RPS has given evidenceat a preliminary hearing of the UK COVID-19 Inquiry. Our statement was presented to the Inquiry by the legal team working onThu, 11 Apr 2024 05:07:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-responds-to-draft-standards-for-chief-pharmacistsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has responded to the General Pharmaceutical Council's (GPhC) draft Standards for Chief Pharmacists. These standards outline the responsibilities and qualificWed, 10 Apr 2024 08:37:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-museum-releases-new-Covid-19-oral-history-clipsThe RPS museum, in collaboration with the RPS Retired Pharmacist Group, has released four new clips of oral history interviews documenting the profound impact of COVID-19 on the pharmacy profession. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:23:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-supports-pgd-powers-for-pharmacy-techniciansResponding to the Government’s announcement today that pharmacy technicians are amongst a variety of health professionals to be given powers to provide medicines under Patient Group Directions, Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:07:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-march-2024The RPS Assemblyis the key decision-making body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following discussionWed, 27 Mar 2024 16:51:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//scotlands-first-consultant-pharmacist-appointedA pharmacist from Scotland, Jennifer Laskey, has been appointed Scotland’s first consultant pharmacist by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Jennifer successfully demonstrated her consultant-level pThu, 21 Mar 2024 11:01:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-tops-uk-climate-and-health-scorecard-InitiativeThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is proud to announce it has secured the top spot in the Climate and Health Scorecard Initiative category for health associations, colleges, societies and centresThu, 21 Mar 2024 09:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-project-investigates-medicines-shortagesThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is leading a new project to examine the causes of the growing challenge of medicines shortages and help tackle their impact on patients and pharmacy practice. ATue, 12 Mar 2024 14:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//international-womens-day-2024Today is International Women’s Day,a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:36:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//pharmacy-bodies-launch-community-pharmacy-manifestoCommunity Pharmacy England, the Company Chemists’ Association, the National Pharmacy Association and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society have today published a joint manifesto for community pharmacTue, 05 Mar 2024 08:04:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-and-pharmacist-support-host-workforce-wellbeing-roundtableThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and Pharmacist Support brought together professional bodies, employers, trade unions, regulators, students and academics for a roundtable discussion about the crMon, 04 Mar 2024 13:33:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//nhse-report-emphasises-importance-of-research-in-pharmacy-practiceThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society welcomes the release of NHS England's report on the involvement of pharmacy professionals in research. The report proposes the implementation of a clinical academiFri, 01 Mar 2024 15:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//annual-rps-workforce-wellbeing-survey-resultsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Societyhas revealed the results of its fifth annual workforce wellbeing survey, in partnership with the profession’s charity, Pharmacist Support, shedding light on the mWed, 21 Feb 2024 11:15:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-welcomes-reclassification-of-codeine-linctusThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society welcomes the news that the MHRA has reclassified codeine linctus, a cough syrup for dry coughs containing the opioid painkiller codeine, from a Pharmacy (P) status medTue, 20 Feb 2024 11:34:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-responds-to-supervision-consultationThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has responded to the Government’s consultation on pharmacy supervision, following widespread engagementthrough member events, Expert Advisory Groups and board diTue, 20 Feb 2024 09:25:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-launches-consultations-on-two-advanced-pioneer-curriculaThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is delighted to launch consultations on two new pioneer curricula defining advanced pharmacist practice in critical care and mental health, developed collaboratiWed, 14 Feb 2024 10:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//-Neil-Gray-MSP-Appointed-Cabinet-Secretary-for-NHS-Recovery-Health-and-Social-CareScotland’s First Minister, Humza Yousaf, has appointed Neil Gray MSP to be Cabinet Secretary for NHS Recovery, Health and Social Care. Commenting on the announcement Laura Wilson, Director of RFri, 09 Feb 2024 08:48:09 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Christina-McKelvie-MSP-Appointed-Minister-for-Drugs-and-Alcohol-PolicyScottish Government has announced that Christina McKelvie has been appointed Minister for Drugs and Alcohol policy, following the resignation of Elena Whitham MSP as Drug and Alcohol Minister. Royal Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:45:57 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-advises-Parliamentary-Committee-on-remote-and-rural-healthcareToday, Laura Wilson, Director for Scotland at Royal Pharmaceutical Society, provided evidence to the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee as part of their inquiry into Healthcare in remote and ruraTue, 19 Dec 2023 15:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Sustainability-in-Healthcare-Parliamentary-ReceptionA Scottish Parliamentary reception was held at Holyrood this week to raise awareness and highlight the vital importance of environmental sustainability in healthcare. The event was jointly hosted by RThu, 14 Dec 2023 13:53:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-assembly-update-november-2023The RPS Assembly is the key decision-making body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following decisionsThu, 23 Nov 2023 09:35:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-calls-for-humanitarian-law-to-be-respected-in-gaza---israel-conflictThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society, as a member organisation of the International Pharmaceutical Federation, is adding its voice to that of FIP, and calling for all parties involved in the Gaza - IsraelThu, 19 Oct 2023 11:18:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-discusses-the-future-pharmacy-workforce-with-Cabinet-SecretaryRoyal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland discussed the future of the pharmacy workforce with the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, during a panel discussion on the future of the health andThu, 19 Oct 2023 09:42:53 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//we-call-on-government-to-do-more-to-protect-nature-for-the-benefit-of-healthThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has joined leading health organisations from across the UK who have called on the government to increase action to protect our natural ecosystems for the benefit of thFri, 29 Sep 2023 13:31:37 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//pharmacy-technicians-and-use-of-pgdsOur visions for pharmacy in England, Scotland and Wales allhighlight how skill mix is vitally important in delivering modern and efficient pharmacy services. Increasing the opportunities for pharmacy Fri, 29 Sep 2023 08:26:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//millions-mistakenly-think-they-are-allergic-to-penicillin-Millions of people are potentially missing out on the best antibiotic if they develop an infection because they mistakenly believe they are allergic to penicillin. This means their health could be comThu, 28 Sep 2023 06:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Statement-on-Drug-Consumption-RoomsCommenting on the approval of safe drug consumption rooms in Glasgow, Laura Wilson, Director for Scotland said: “RPS Scotland supports the introduction of Regulated Supervised Drug Consumption Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:45:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-statement-at-COVID-19-Inquiry-hearingThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has provided a statement to today’s preliminary hearing of the UK COVID-19 Inquiry. Our statement was read to the Inquiry by a solicitor and highlights the vitaWed, 27 Sep 2023 06:30:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-celebrates-new-Fellows-and-Consultants-in-ScotlandSix pharmacists based in Scotland were recognised by the profession this week during a celebratory event at the home of pharmacy in Scotland, RPS’ building on Melville Street, Edinburgh. Four pFri, 22 Sep 2023 09:16:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacys-role-in-supporting-end-of-life-care-highlighted-at-Scottish-ParliamentRoyal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Scotland, together with Marie Curie, hosted an exhibition for MSPs in the Scottish Parliament in September to raise awareness of the Daffodil Standards, and the vitaMon, 18 Sep 2023 04:42:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//-National-Naloxone-Emergency-Supply-Service-Introduced-across-ScotlandScottish Government has announced that a new national service will be implemented to provide emergency access to supplies of naloxone. The service is due to start on 30 October. This service will allWed, 13 Sep 2023 11:53:17 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-Policy-and-Practice-Lead-for-RPS-ScotlandWe are delighted to announce that Fiona McIntyre has been appointed as the new Policy and Practice Lead for RPS Scotland. Fiona will lead policy development and professional support for RPS Scotland,Mon, 04 Sep 2023 08:06:30 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Drugs-Related-Deaths-in-ScotlandThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) notes statistics released from National Records of Scotland today (22 August)which show 1,051 people died due to drug misuse in Scotland last year, which is the Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:28:03 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-backs-mhra-consultation-on-codeine-linctusRPS has backed The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) consultation on the potential reclassification of codeine linctus from P status to a prescription-only medicine. Codeine Mon, 17 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Healthcare-Leaders-Unite-to-Call-for-More-Sustainable-Prescribing-Today (27 June), the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and the Royal College of General Practitioners in Scotland will host an event celebrating the collaborative work of the health professions and policy Tue, 27 Jun 2023 11:23:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-proud-to-support-edinburgh-prideOn Saturday 24JuneRPS memberswalked in the Edinburgh Pride Parade as individuals and allies along with APTUK and GHP members to celebrate, raise awarenessand advocate for equal rights for LGBTQIA+ peoMon, 26 Jun 2023 08:53:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//elections-to-roles-on-rps-country-boards-and-assembly-2023Elections to positions on the RPS Country Boards and Assembly have now taken place at Board meetings and the results are as follows: English Pharmacy Board Erutase Oputu was elected as Chair of thWed, 21 Jun 2023 08:06:52 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-Promotes-Net-Zero-Healthcare-Internationally-Climate change is the most significant health threat modern society has ever faced. Governments, organisations and individuals all have a collective responsibility to tackle this growing threat. MedicWed, 17 May 2023 11:17:13 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-represented-at-International-Festival-of-Science-in-EdinburghIn April, RPS Scotland was represented at the thanksgiving service for the International Festival of Science in Edinburgh. The Edinburgh Science Festival is an annual event, and the largest Science FTue, 25 Apr 2023 12:08:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Fellows-in-Scotland-collaborate-and-engage-with-Scottish-Board-and-staffRPS Fellows living in Scotland met for an engagement and networking day on 22 March at the home of RPS Scotland on Melville Street, Edinburgh. In the afternoon, Fellows met with Scottish Pharmacy BoaMon, 24 Apr 2023 07:07:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//president-writes-to-the-times-about-e-cigarettesRPS President Professor Claire Anderson has written in The Times (1 April)in response to an article published last week which said experts have warned that the government’s plans to clamp down oMon, 03 Apr 2023 13:07:39 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//update-from-rps-assembly-march-2023The RPS Assemblyis the key decision-making body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following key decisiThu, 30 Mar 2023 08:13:00 GMTJessica Clelandhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Michael-Matheson-MSP-appointed-Cabinet-Secretary-for-NHS-Recovery-Health-and-Social-CareScotland’s First Minister, Humza Yousaf, has appointed Michael Matheson MSP to be Cabinet Secretary for NHS Recovery, Health and Social Care. Commenting on the announcement Laura Wilson, DirectWed, 29 Mar 2023 14:09:32 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//daniel-thomas-award-nominations-now-openWe know pharmacists tragically passed away during the pandemic in active service to their profession. Before and after the pandemic we know lives were cut short and we want to recognise those pharmacWed, 29 Mar 2023 11:19:46 GMTJessica Clelandhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Healthcare-Professionals-Call-for-Action-with-Sustainable-Greener-Prescribing-Today the Royal College of General Practitioners Scotland and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Scotland hosted a virtual roundtable event, discussing how to further promote sustainable prescribing witThu, 16 Mar 2023 15:59:50 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-advice-on-withdrawal-of-pholcodineFollowing advice from the Commission on Human Medicines, the MHRA has requested products containing pholcodine are withdrawn from pharmacies. Commenting on the move, RPS President Professor Claire AndTue, 14 Mar 2023 12:50:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-re-joins-fipWe'repleased to announce we've re-joined the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), the global federation of national pharmaceutical associations. The decision reflects our commitment Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:11:35 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//protected-learning-time-essential-for-the-professions-future-says-rpsAs the pharmacy workforce continues to deliver under immense pressure, RPS is calling on employers, governments and NHS organisations to provide pharmacists with regular protected learning time (PLT) Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:34:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-joins-commitments-to-mitigate-climate-changeTogether with a number of fellow members of the UK Health Alliance on Climate Change, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society has signed up to a list of ten commitments to mitigate and adapt to climate changWed, 01 Mar 2023 12:25:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-to-review-constitution-and-governance-structuresThe RPS will commission a full review of its constitution and supporting governance structures as part of its evolution as the professional leadership body for pharmacy. An invitation to tender to prTue, 28 Feb 2023 13:03:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-core-participant-of-UK-Covid-19-InquiryThe RPS has been designated as a Core Participant in Module 3 of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, which will examine the impact of Covid-19 on healthcare across the United Kingdom. A Core Participant is a peFri, 24 Feb 2023 16:00:31 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//digital-medicines-ethics-and-practice-now-liveMedicines, Ethics and Practice (MEP) has moved­ from a once-a-year print edition to a digital version enabling access to a new, easily searchable and constantly updated guide that’s availablTue, 14 Feb 2023 12:01:51 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//our-initial-response-to-the-commission-on-pharmacy-professional-leadershipRPS recognises the challenges for professional leadership that lie ahead and we are pleased to read that the Co- chairs share our ambition for a more inclusive, supportive and collaborative approach. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 08:59:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-reiterates-call-for-ban-on-dangerous-dnpCommenting on the news that the Home Office will include DNP (2,4-Dinitrophenol) in the 1972 Poisons Act, President of RPS Professor Claire Anderson said: “DNP is unfit for human consumption anMon, 30 Jan 2023 10:31:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//recognising-pregnancy-parents-and-carer-related-microaggressions-referenceWe’ve launched a guide to highlight the microaggressions experienced by individuals who are parents and carers, pregnant, going on or returning from maternity, paternity, adoption or extended caThu, 26 Jan 2023 09:36:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//laura-wilson-appointed-rps-director-for-scotlandLaura Wilson has been appointed as the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s (RPS) Director for Scotland commencing 23rdJanuary 2023. Laura, who is currently Policy and Practice Lead for RPS in ScotlaMon, 16 Jan 2023 13:04:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-and-BMA-call-for-improvements-to-the-pharmacotherapy-serviceRPS Scotland the BMA’s Scottish GP Committee have today (Friday 13 January 2022) released a joint statement calling for improvements to the pharmacotherapy service. The statement recognises thaFri, 13 Jan 2023 13:02:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-paper-helps-pharmacy-teams-to-tackle-health-inequalitiesHow pharmacy can do more to tackle health inequalities is set out in a new position paper launched today by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS). With the cost of living crisis adding to already wiWed, 11 Jan 2023 12:58:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacy-leaders-across-Scotland-ask-the-public-to-be-kind-this-winterPharmacy and healthcare leaders from across Scotland have rallied behind a campaign, which is reminding the public to be kind to their pharmacy teams this winter. As pressures on pharmacy services inWed, 21 Dec 2022 12:48:42 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacists-and-teams-work-hard-to-resolve-stock-issues-around-antibioticsThe situation around rising cases of Strep A and obtaining antibiotics has been challenging for patients, parents and carers, pharmacists and all those in our health system working to help patients. Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacy-and-pharmacy-technician-leaders-agree-actions-to-support-pharmacists-with-disabilitiesLast month, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians from across Scotland met at the Scottish Parliament to discuss how to better enable people with disabilities to work in pharmacy. This followed a surveTue, 29 Nov 2022 14:25:04 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacists-celebrated-in-the-home-of-pharmacy-in-ScotlandPharmacists across Scotland were celebrated this week for their distinction in the practice of pharmacy by Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Scotland, the professional leadership body for pharmacistsFri, 25 Nov 2022 10:38:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//revised-rps-professional-standards-for-hospital-pharmacyNew revised RPS Professional Standards for Hospital Pharmacy Services are now available. Launched at today’s RPS Annual Conference, the Standards provide a framework for providers of hospital phFri, 11 Nov 2022 10:14:02 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//director-for-scotland-clare-morrison-moves-to-healthcare-improvement-scotlandAfter over two years as RPS Director for Scotland, Clare Morrison will be leaving RPS in January to return to NHS Scotland. Clare has been appointed Director of Community Engagement at Healthcare ImprThu, 10 Nov 2022 14:37:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-toolkit-helps-providers-set-up-an-antibiotic-amnestyAhead of World Antibiotic Awareness Week (18-24 November) the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is encouraging local NHS organisations to set up an ‘antibiotic amnesty’ to ensure unwantedWed, 09 Nov 2022 09:59:11 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Collaboration-on-health-data-sharing-to-improve-patient-outcomes-in-ScotlandScottish Government, MSPs, healthcare professional leadership bodies and healthcare regulators have met to discuss how to improve the sharing of health data to achieve better patient outcomes. Last mWed, 09 Nov 2022 08:30:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//consultation-on-professional-standards-for-palliative-and-end-of-life-care-now-openConsultation on professional standards for palliative and end of life care for community pharmacy, developed by The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and end of life charity Marie Curie, is now open Tue, 01 Nov 2022 11:05:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-research-e-learning-for-pharmacy-professionalsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), supported by the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK), have launched the first e-learning moduleWed, 26 Oct 2022 09:28:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//president-writes-in-the-times-about-antibiotic-prescribingRPS President Professor Claire Anderson has written in today's Times about the expertise and clinical skills of pharmacists who either prescribe or provide antimicrobials under patient group direcTue, 18 Oct 2022 05:50:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-president-joins-health-leaders-cycle-to-inspire-climate-actionRPS President Professor Claire Anderson today joined thirty other health leaders including presidents, directors and chairs from a number of health organisations for a cycle across London to inspire aThu, 13 Oct 2022 12:16:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Where-do-people-keep-their-household-medicinesToday we've released new research with You Govrevealing that one in five of us (19%) keep our medicines in the bathroom.Almost one in two (45%) of us keep our medicines in the kitchen, which couldWed, 12 Oct 2022 08:38:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-research-fellowship-for-precision-medicine-researchA new research fellowship scheme for early-career pharmacists is now open to provide a route into precision medicine research, supporting clinical pharmacists to pursue their research interests for paTue, 11 Oct 2022 10:11:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Cabinet-Secretary-commits-to-achieving-protected-learning-time-for-health-professionalsThe Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care committed to achieving protected learning time for health professionals, during a panel discussion on tackling the workforce crisis at the SNP conferenMon, 10 Oct 2022 07:05:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//we-commit-to-changes-following-review-of-member-participationToday we receivedthe report of the independent review of member participation and RPS communications. This report considers decisions we take on behalf of the profession through our Governance boards.Fri, 07 Oct 2022 12:01:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//-Pharmacy-commits-to-bold-actions-on-disabilityPharmacists and pharmacy technicians from across Scotland met at the Scottish Parliament on Monday (3 October) and committed to bold actions to support people living with seen and unseen disabilities Wed, 05 Oct 2022 11:53:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Our-vision-for-the-future-of-pharmacy-professional-leadershipBy Paul Bennett, RPS Chief Executive Today I’m proud to share with you the statement we submittedto the UK Commission on Pharmacy Professional Leadership in which we set out what professional lWed, 05 Oct 2022 07:52:00 GMTPaul Bennetthttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//our-new-open-access-journal-for-pharmacy-and-pharmacology-researchWorking in partnership with Oxford University Press, we've strengthened our research journal portfolio with the launch of RPS Pharmacy and Pharmacology Reports. RPS Pharmacy and Pharmacology RepoTue, 27 Sep 2022 06:50:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//supporting-parents-and-carers-in-pharmacyToday our new campaign kicks offto help parents and carers in pharmacy get the support they need in the workplace as part of our inclusion and diversity work. Matching the needs of those you care forMon, 26 Sep 2022 07:41:12 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//complete-our-workforce-wellbeing-survey-2022Our fourth annual Workforce Wellbeing survey, in partnership with Pharmacist Support, is now live as part of our long-running programme to support the mental health and wellbeing of pharmacists. ThisTue, 20 Sep 2022 06:56:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//the-death-of-queen-elizabeth-IIIt is with great regret that we learnt of the death of our Patron, Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty gave 70 years of public service to this country. She was the much-valued Patron of the Royal PharmacThu, 08 Sep 2022 14:55:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-England-urges-new-Health-Secretary-to-make-the-most-of-pharmacy-workforceCommenting on theappointment of Rt Hon Therese Coffey MP as the new Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Chair of RPS inEngland Thorrun Govind said: “The new Secretary of State is facWed, 07 Sep 2022 09:00:49 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//putting-the-patient-first-how-pharmacy-can-get-it-right-Pharmacy is under significant pressure. Pharmacists across all sectors of the NHS have remained accessible to the public and provided essential services throughout theCovid-19 pandemic. The challengesTue, 06 Sep 2022 11:05:02 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-completes-divestment-from-fossil-fuelsOne year on from ourdeclaration of the climate and ecological emergency, we havenow fully divested from fossil fuels. Divestment in fossil fuels is when an organisation sells any direct financial invThu, 01 Sep 2022 05:44:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//pharmaceutical-press-partners-with-datapharm-ltdPharmaceutical Press, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s knowledge business and Datapharm Ltd are today announcing an exciting new partnership. Electronic Medicines Compendium (emc) is the lateTue, 30 Aug 2022 11:19:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//we-welcome-opportunity-to-submit-evidence-to-independent-commission-into-pharmacy-professional-leadershipThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) welcomes the scrutiny of pharmacy professional leadership and the opportunity presented by the Independent Commission following a very positive and productive fiWed, 17 Aug 2022 12:36:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//celebrating-south-asian-heritage-month-2022Did you catch our celebrations forSouth Asian Heritage Month, which exploresthe history and identity of British South Asians? We collaborated with Pharmacy Technicians of Colour, APTUK, Boots and othWed, 17 Aug 2022 08:34:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//NHS-Scotlands-new-sustainability-strategy-aligned-to-RPS-Scotlands-policyNHS Scotland’s Climate Emergency and Sustainability Strategy, which has been published today, aligns firmly with RPS Scotland’s sustainability policies. As the professional leadership bodTue, 16 Aug 2022 10:12:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//sibby-buckle-confirmed-as-rps-treasurerSharon Isobel Tait Buckle, known as Sibby, a member of the English Pharmacy Board and RPS Assembly, has been elected unopposed as the Treasurer of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. Sibby takes over thTue, 16 Aug 2022 09:14:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//-RPS-Scotland-launches-online-pharmacy-best-practice-hubA brand new pharmacy best practice hub, hosted on the RPS Scotland website, has gone live today (Thursday 11 August). Pharmacy teams across Scotland are undertaking fantastic work right now, in a vThu, 11 Aug 2022 14:33:50 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-welcomes-new-Chair-of-the-Pharmacy-Schools-CouncilResponding to the announcement that Prof. Katie Maddock is the new Chair of the Pharmacy Schools Council, Professor Claire Anderson, RPS President said: “We warmly welcome Professor Maddock&rsqThu, 11 Aug 2022 14:11:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//neville-carter-appointed-rps-chief-education-and-membership-officerThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society is delighted to announce the appointment ofNeville Carter as its new Chief Education and Membership Officer. After a rigorous selection process and chosen from amongsWed, 27 Jul 2022 10:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//update-on-rps-assembly-july-2022The RPS Assembly is the key decision-making body of RPS which is responsible for setting strategic direction, financial management and organisational governance. Commenting on the following decisionsThu, 21 Jul 2022 11:12:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-comments-on-Scottish-Drug-Deaths-Taskforce-Final-ReportThe Scottish Drug Deaths Taskforce has today published its final report following four years of work developing and implementing a programme of actions to tackle the rising number of drug deaths in ScThu, 21 Jul 2022 06:46:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//get-involved-celebrating-south-asian-heritage-monthWe’recelebrating South Asian Heritage Month18 July-17 August and we'd love you to get involved! South Asian Heritage Month highlights the history and identity of British South Asians to betMon, 18 Jul 2022 06:54:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-Chair-of-our-Education-and-Standards-CommitteeDr Anthony R Cox FRPharmSfrom the University of Birminghamhas been appointed as the new Chair of the RPS Education and Standards Committee. Anthony is Head of the School of Pharmacy and a Reader in CThu, 07 Jul 2022 07:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//how-to-act-on-your-climate-change-charter-pledgeAre you looking for inspiration to help you action your personal commitment to our climate change charter? Working again with Pharmacy Declares we’ve come up with a whole set of suggestions to hTue, 05 Jul 2022 11:09:53 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//pharmacists-parade-at-pride-in-londonOur fantastic team of pharmacy folk walked in this year’s Pride in London parade on 02 July to celebrate everything LGBTQI+ alongside colleagues and friends in an estimated crowd of a million peSat, 02 Jul 2022 12:23:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Reducing-the-environmental-impact-of-prescribingHealthcare leaders from across Scotland have today issued a rallying call for bold action to reduce the environmental impact caused by medicine prescribing. Medicines account for around 25% of carboThu, 30 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//June-update-on-national-board-meeting-RPS Boards from England, Scotland and Wales came together for a virtual board meeting today. They were joined by members across GB who could observe remotely and hear first-hand the updates and discusThu, 30 Jun 2022 08:27:03 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-rps-core-advanced-curriculum-publishedThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has published its new Core Advanced Pharmacist Curriculum to enable professional development towards advanced pharmacist practice. This follows an intensive programme Mon, 27 Jun 2022 03:55:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//appointments-by-rps-boards-in-juneAt the recent RPS Board meetings in England, Scotland and Wales, the following Board members were appointed to the Assembly, or appointed as Vice-Chair: English Pharmacy Board Mary Evans was appoiFri, 24 Jun 2022 09:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//use-of-multi-compartment-compliance-aidsThe RPS believes that supporting the best use of medicines involves identifying problems with medicines-use, medication review and consideration of patient characteristics to find the best solution.PeWed, 22 Jun 2022 07:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//dealing-with-age-microaggressionsOur latest guide in our inclusion and diversity series on microaggressions tackles the topic of ageism, or being treated unfairly because of your age. The guide outlines the effects of ageism, how to Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:04:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-Scottish-Pharmacy-Board-FormedA new Scottish Pharmacy Boardhas been formed. There are three new faces on the Board: Josh Miller, Richard Shearer and Jill Swan. In addition, the Board co-opted Kelsey Drummond to a newly created EaFri, 17 Jun 2022 08:34:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-and-gphc-joint-statement-on-professional-and-regulatory-standardsRPS and the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) have today published an updated joint statement highlighting the importance of regulatory and professional standards and guidance to ensure patient-ceWed, 15 Jun 2022 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//take-our-survey-on-member-participationWe've opened our survey or you to tell us how you want to take part in and learn about decisions made by us. This is a core part of the independent review of member participation and communicatioTue, 14 Jun 2022 11:27:43 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//sign-up-to-bold-action-on-climate-change-The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and Pharmacy Declares have today published a Climate Change Charter andare inviting pharmacy teams from around the world to sign up and commit to action on climaMon, 13 Jun 2022 11:48:04 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//hub-and-spoke-legislation-must-benefit-patient-careRPS has welcomed the opportunity provided by a change in legislation to enable community pharmacies to make use of hub and spoke dispensing but reaffirmed that patient care must be at the heart of futFri, 10 Jun 2022 11:47:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Fit-notes-in-pharmacies---fit-for-the-futureResponding to confirmation from the Department of Work and Pensions today that new legislation will allow a wider range of healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, to certify fit notes across Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacy-2030-vision-highlighted-at-Scottish-Parliamentary-ReceptionYesterday evening, a Parliamentary reception, ‘Pharmacy 2030: A vision for the future of pharmacy’ was held at Holyrood to raise awareness and highlight the importance of Pharmacy 2030, anThu, 09 Jun 2022 08:18:43 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-standards-on-end-of-life-care-with-cancer-charity-marie-curieWe've teamed up with the UK’s leading end of life charityMarie Curie to launch a partnership to develop professional standards in end of life care for community pharmacy. The Standards wilWed, 08 Jun 2022 06:19:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-president-welcomes-detail-on-professional-leadership-commissionCommenting on the formal announcement of the UK Commission on Pharmacy Professional Leadership, RPS President Professor Claire Anderson said: “We welcome the announcement of further informationTue, 07 Jun 2022 05:25:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//new-national-guidance-for-expanding-scope-of-prescribing-practice-We've published newprofessional guidance for independent prescribers today. This guidance has been commissioned by Welsh Government, for the benefit of all prescribers across the UK. Based on collMon, 06 Jun 2022 12:11:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacist-wins-best-practice-award-at-RPS-Scotland-eventA pharmacist from NHS Tayside was the winner of a prestigious best practice award at an event yesterday which celebrated pharmacy practice across Scotland. Organised by pharmacists’ professionaMon, 30 May 2022 12:42:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-RPS-Fellows-2022The RPS Panel of Fellows has designated the following 13 members as Fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy. Being appointed a Fellow of the Royal PhThu, 26 May 2022 10:10:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//please-share-your-equality-diversity-and-inclusion-data-with-usOur annual survey giving you the opportunity to share your equality, diversity and inclusion data is now live! The survey collects data on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religionWed, 25 May 2022 09:42:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-announces-harrison-memorial-medal-winnerProfessor Abdul Basit has been awarded the RPS Harrison Memorial Medal by RPS. The Harrison Memorial Medal is awarded every two years, in memory ofthe distinguished pharmaceutical chemist Col EF HarrTue, 24 May 2022 10:54:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//raising-concerns---updated-pharmacy-guideDo you and your teams feel confident in raising a concern when things go wrong? As a pharmacist, you and your teams have a professional duty to report any concerns and speak up when things go wrong. Mon, 23 May 2022 14:50:24 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//more-ssps-for-hrt-medicinesReacting to the news thatmore Serious Shortage Protocols (SSPs) have been issued by the Department of Health and Social Care to cover HRT products, Professor Claire Anderson, President of the Royal PhFri, 20 May 2022 11:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//walk-with-us-in-the-pride-london-paradePride is back bigger and better than ever! We’re delighted to announce we have places again in the walking parade at LondonPride, which is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the UK’s firThu, 19 May 2022 06:34:11 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//pharmacists-must-be-central-to-the-pharmacogenomics-revolutionWe've issued a position statementcalling for pharmacists to play a leading role in the fast-approaching pharmacogenomics revolution which is set to transform prescribing and patient outcomes. We aWed, 18 May 2022 06:55:23 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Exciting-opportunity-to-join-SIGN-CouncilThere is currently an exciting opportunityfor a Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Member to represent RPS on SIGN council as a Deputy Member. SIGN develop evidence-based clinical guidelines which heWed, 18 May 2022 05:59:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-appoints-professor-parastou-donyai-as-new-chief-scientistThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has appointed Professor Parastou Donyai, BPharm (Hons), BSc (Hons) Psych (Open), PhD, PGCertEBM, PGCertPsychTher, PGCertTLHE, PGDPRM (Open), MRPharmS, FHEA, MBPsS as CTue, 17 May 2022 12:56:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-museum-reopens-in-east-smithfieldFrom the informative to the fascinating, the collection of exhibits that make up the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s (RPS) museum collection reopens at the Society’s London headquarters todMon, 16 May 2022 08:53:09 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-welcomes-commission-into-professional-leadership-in-pharmacyThe future for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is exciting and filled with opportunity to improve care for patients and the public. We welcome the recognition from the four Chief Pharmaceutical OFri, 13 May 2022 13:01:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//fill-out-hub-and-spoke-surveyRPS would like to hear your views on the hub and spoke models being proposed by Department of Health and Social Care. Hub and spoke dispensing is where parts of the dispensing process are undertaken Tue, 10 May 2022 16:01:17 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Results-of-RPS-national-Pharmacy-Board-elections-2022Commenting on the results of the elections to the three RPS national Pharmacy Boards, RPS President Professor Claire Anderson said: “I’m delighted to welcome our new Board members across Tue, 10 May 2022 14:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-appoints-luther-pendragon-to-review-member-participation-and-communicationsWe've appointed communications consultancy Luther Pendragon to carry out an independent review of the participation of members and of our communications concerning decisions we take on behalf of tTue, 10 May 2022 08:26:43 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-recommends-not-working-if-covid-19-positivePharmacies are health care environments which are accessed by patients who may be vulnerable to Covid infection. It is essential that mitigations are observed to prevent the spread of Covid by both thFri, 06 May 2022 15:05:59 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-publishes-its-2021-annual-peportWe've today published our Annual Report for 2021, which outlines financial statements and membership numbers, as well as a letter from the President and Chief Executive. The financial performanceThu, 05 May 2022 14:05:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//scottish-board-member-invited-to-madrid-this-weekA member of the RPS Scottish Pharmacy Board has been invited to an international meeting of pharmacists in Madrid on Thursday 5 May, to share experiences of community pharmacy from Scotland. PharmacisTue, 03 May 2022 14:33:31 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//-Education-on-environmentally-sustainable-prescribing-is-vitalEnvironmentally sustainable prescribing should be embedded in undergraduate and postgraduate health care education. This was one of the conclusions from a session co-hosted by RPS Scotland and the ScoFri, 29 Apr 2022 08:42:20 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-president-addresses-new-hrt-appointmentFollowing reports of shortages of HRT medicines, the Secretary of State for Health Sajid Javid is set toappoint a tsar to tackle shortages. Commenting on the Secretary of State for Health’s intMon, 25 Apr 2022 10:59:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacys-role-in-reducing-harms-and-deaths-from-antimicrobial-resistanceMSPs in the Scottish Parliament are today debating The Scottish Approach to Managing the Global Risk of Antimicrobial Resistance. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is predicted by scientists to be the lThu, 21 Apr 2022 12:49:30 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//nhs-education-for-scotland-sign-multi-year-contract-with-pharmaceutical-press-NHS Education for Scotland (NES) has signed a new three-year contract with Pharmaceutical Press, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s knowledge business to continue the supply of trusted medicinesThu, 21 Apr 2022 06:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Our-re-shaped-Executive-TeamOurfinal executive team structure has now been decided to deliver the five-year RPS Strategydetermined by the Assembly. While the team's structure is an operational matter, the Assembly, includinThu, 07 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Womens-History-Month-round-upOur month celebrating women in pharmacy began on International Women’s Day, whose theme this year was #breakthebias. RPS President Professor Claire Anderson shared her own experiences as someonWed, 06 Apr 2022 10:15:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//disability-campaign-round-upWe want to ensure pharmacy can attract and retain talented individuals with disabilities and have had a special focus on this over the past three months. Our Disability campaign raises awareness of vTue, 05 Apr 2022 11:26:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//our-independent-review-of-participation-and-communicationsWe will be undertaking an independent review of member participation and RPS communications concerning decisions we take on behalf of the profession through our Governance boards. The transparency ofFri, 01 Apr 2022 07:39:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//use-of-the-title-consultant-pharmacistOn behalf of the NHS, the RPS is the delegated body which administers the approval of new consultant pharmacist posts and the credentialing of individuals, as set out in the NHS consultant pharmacist Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:10:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Healthcare-professions-join-forces-on-sustainabilityHealthcare professionals from across Scotland met today to discuss the environmental impact of prescribing and explore how prescribers can support NHS Scotland’s target to achieve net zero by 20Thu, 31 Mar 2022 08:54:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//important-pharmacogenomics-report-published-todayPersonalised prescribing: using pharmacogenomics to improve patient outcomes,a report explaining how pharmacogenomic testing should be deployed across the NHS to ensure all patients have an equal chanTue, 29 Mar 2022 09:36:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-calls-for-mandatory-reporting-of-workforce-disability-dataWe’re calling for mandatory reporting of workforce disability data to create more inclusive practices in the workplace. We believe the reporting of such data is key to tackling the disability eMon, 28 Mar 2022 08:47:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-warns-of-misleading-reports-of-drug-recall--Following reports that blood pressure drugs amlodipine and olmesartan have been recalled, RPS has confirmed that this is not the case in the UK. It was published online in both the Daily Record and DThu, 24 Mar 2022 16:27:48 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//take-part-in-our-agmThank you if you’ve been in touch with me about Assembly decisions on Royal College status and leaving the International Pharmaceutical Federation, known as FIP. Each of you will get a personal Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:42:37 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Call-to-celebrate-and-share-best-practice-at-RPS-May-eventCelebrating the fantastic work of pharmacy teams across Scotland is the aim of an RPS Scotland event to take place on 29 May 2022. After the challenges of the Covid pandemic, RPS hopes this event wiThu, 24 Mar 2022 10:36:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Scottish-Pharmacists-Celebrated-for-Inspirational-WorkPharmacists across Scotland were celebrated today for their inspirational work by Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Scotland, the professional leadership body for pharmacists across all sectors. TweWed, 23 Mar 2022 18:21:09 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-ahead-of-disinvestment-deadline-In 2021, we published our Declaration of Climate and Ecological Emergency. As part of this declaration, we made the decision to cease all remaining financial investments in fossil fuels as soon as poWed, 23 Mar 2022 10:46:56 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Early-Careers-Pharmacist-welcomed-onto-Scottish-Pharmacy-BoardAn exciting opportunity has arisen for Kelsey Drummond, an Early Careers Pharmacist from Fife, to become a Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s Scottish Pharmacy Board. Engaging with pharmaFri, 18 Mar 2022 14:57:06 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-joins-the-vaccinatetheworld-campaignWe're proud to have today joined the #VaccinateTheWorld campaign, signing a letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson alongside fellow healthcare professionals, senior NHS leaders and a wide range ofThu, 17 Mar 2022 09:46:34 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacy-can-deliver-even-more-RPS-Scotland-advises-Parliamentary-CommitteeToday, Clare Morrison, Director for Scotland at Royal Pharmaceutical Society, provided evidence to the Scottish Parliament’s Health, Social Care and Sport Committee as part of their Alternative Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:22:05 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Royal-Pharmaceutical-Society-calls-on-Home-Office-to-ban-dangerous-diet-drug-DNPWe're calling on the Home Office to ban the industrial chemical 2,4-Dinitrophenol (DNP), which can also cause weight loss. DNP has led to 32 deaths since 2007in those taking it after having been sThu, 10 Mar 2022 11:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Scottish-public-supports-expansion-of-pharmacy-roles-Pharmacy teams across Scotland are working towards taking on a wider range of roles by 2030, and a new survey from Ipsos-MORI shows that the Scottish public supports this. Most people have received cTue, 08 Mar 2022 09:38:42 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//free-access-for-ukraine-to-medicines-complete-and-the-pharmaceutical-journalCommenting on invasion of Ukraine by Russia, RPS President Professor Claire Anderson said “We are deeply troubledbythedevastatingcrisis in Ukraine and our thoughts are with all those affected. Tue, 08 Mar 2022 08:11:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//update-on-rps-proposed-executive-structureCommenting on a proposed change to the Executive structure, RPS President Professor Claire Anderson said: “I deeply regret seeing so much speculation in the public domain about a proposed changFri, 04 Mar 2022 16:20:05 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Community-Pharmacy-Ventilation-Funding-in-ScotlandScottish Government has announced that funding is being made available to help community pharmacy contractors purchase air extraction equipment for their premises. This funding will support both stafFri, 04 Mar 2022 08:04:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//take-a-look-back-at-our-LGBTQIA-History-Month-contentThroughout February we celebrated LGBTQIA History Month. Take a look: Our brand new guide to LGBTQIA+ microaggressions highlights discrimination based on someone’s sexual orientation and theirFri, 25 Feb 2022 12:52:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-joins-UK-Health-Alliance-on-Climate-ChangeWe've joined the UK Health Alliance on Climate Change (UKHACC). The Alliance brings together a number of organisations including many Royal Colleges, Faculties of Health, the British Medical JourWed, 23 Feb 2022 11:22:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Parliamentary-Motion-Pharmacy-2030A Parliamentary Motion has been lodged in the Scottish Parliament to celebrate the publication of Pharmacy 2030, Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Scotland’s brand new professional vision for tTue, 15 Feb 2022 14:26:23 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-congratulates-queen-on-her-platinum-jubileeWe've written a letter to our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen, congratulating her on her Platinum Jubilee. The Platinum Jubilee marks 70 years since the accession of Queen Elizabeth II on 6 FebruarSun, 06 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-responds-to-news-hrt-could-be-available-at-pharmaciesThe MHRA has launched a public consultation on a set of proposals to make Gina 10 mcg tabletsavailable from pharmacies. HRT could be made available at pharmacies. Thorrun Govind, Chair of RPS in EnglThu, 03 Feb 2022 16:25:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-publishes-Pharmacy-2030The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has today published Pharmacy 2030, which outlines an exciting new vision for the future of pharmacy in Scotland. It describes a future in which pharmacy teams wWed, 02 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMTRoss Barrowhttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//health-social-care-and-sport-committee-inquiry-into-alternative-pathways-into-primary-careThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) in Scotland today welcomes the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee inquiry into alternative pathways into primary care. Pharmacists provide face to face heaMon, 24 Jan 2022 16:23:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//helping-you-put-your-inclusion-and-wellbeing-pledge-into-actionWe’ve created a set of ideas to help individuals, teams and organisation put our inclusion and wellbeing pledge into action. They range from practical short-term steps like knowing where to sigMon, 24 Jan 2022 14:11:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//challenging-barriers-for-pharmacists-with-disabilitiesWe’ve launched a campaign to challenge barriers to working in pharmacy for those with disabilities as part of our ongoinginclusion and diversity strategy. Our profession-wide survey on inclusiWed, 19 Jan 2022 09:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-urges-government-and-NHS-to-address-lateral-flow-testing-supplyThe RPS is calling on the public to be patient in pharmacies which are running out of rapid lateral flow testing kits, amid the current surge in COVID-19 cases caused by the Omicron variant. RPS PresWed, 29 Dec 2021 09:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-for-protection-for-pharmacy-teams-against-OmicronUpdated guidance on infection protection and control issued by the UK Health Security Agency reinforces the actions needed to prevent transmission of COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses. InfectionWed, 22 Dec 2021 13:32:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//An-open-letter-to-our-pharmacy-colleagues-Thank you. Thank you for everything you are doing and continue to do over this extremely busy period. Wherever you work or volunteer we appreciate the impact you are having on patient care. Patients Wed, 22 Dec 2021 11:00:12 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Contract-with-NIHR-to-develop-e-learning-on-researchWe'vesecured a contract with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to deliver a suite of e-learning modules to improve pharmacy professionals’ awareness, knowledge and skills in Mon, 20 Dec 2021 15:22:43 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-calls-for-immediate-action-to-address-workforce-wellbeingRPSScotlandis calling for urgent action following publication of its annual workforce wellbeing survey in partnership with the charity Pharmacist Support. Nine out of ten (89%) respondents wereat highThu, 09 Dec 2021 10:42:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Accessing-wellbeing-supportRPS Scotland is delighted to have been a co-signatory alongside the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer, GPhC, CPS, the Directors of Pharmacy and the National Pharmacy Technicians Group on a letter to all phWed, 08 Dec 2021 16:56:45 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pre-exposure-prophylaxis-should-be-available-from-community-pharmaciesAhead of World AIDS Day, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society is calling on the Government to widen access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) by making it available through community pharmacies across GreMon, 29 Nov 2021 10:06:40 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-variant-Covid-precautions-must-be-stepped-upThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society is warning that public health measures to protect people against Covid-19 must be stepped up in the face of the discovery of the new variant, B.1.1.529. RPS is callinFri, 26 Nov 2021 16:56:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-congratulates-new-Fellows-from-ScotlandRPS Scotland is delighted that four pharmacists from Scotland received Fellowships this month. Clare Morrison, Director for Scotland, said: “Each member has made a significant contribution to thFri, 26 Nov 2021 15:17:09 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-on-GPhc-to-remove-2-year-wait-to-prescribeWe'recalling on the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) to remove the two-year wait post-qualification for pharmacists to train to become independent prescribers. We propose that entry to trainTue, 23 Nov 2021 10:10:50 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-RPS-Fellows-appointed-November-2021The RPS Panel of Fellows has designated the following 19 members as Fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy. Being appointed a Fellow of the Royal PhMon, 22 Nov 2021 09:07:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Royal-Pharmaceutical-Society-divests-from-fossil-fuelsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has taken the decision to cease all remaining financial investments in fossil fuels as soon as possible and by the end of 2022 at the latest. Previously RPS has takenWed, 17 Nov 2021 10:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Look-back-at-our-Black-History-Month-content1Throughout October we celebrated Black History Month with blogs, live streams, podcasts and profiles of black pharmacists from across Great Britain. Now you can read, watch, listen, and learn with soFri, 05 Nov 2021 14:09:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-publishes-response-to-the-National-Care-Service-consultationWe have submitted our response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on a new National Care Service (NCS) for Scotland. Alongside this we have also published a policy statement outlining ourThu, 04 Nov 2021 09:52:45 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-joins-forces-with-FIP-in-climate-fightWe'vesigned a letter with The International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) showing our commitment to tacking climate change and to voice our support for COP26. The letter, which has been sent toMon, 01 Nov 2021 09:31:49 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Listen-to-the-RPS-Pharma-Scene-podcast-6This week on the RPS Pharma Scene podcast, RPS Chief Scientist Professor Gino Martini gets insight into the UK COVID-19 vaccine programme throughspeaking to a very special guest. Gino is joined by SiFri, 29 Oct 2021 11:04:32 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacys-Role-in-Climate-Action-and-Sustainable-HealthcareAhead of COP26, we've created a series of policies calling on industry, Governments across Great Britain and pharmacy teams to implement change to reduce the environmental impact of medicines. MeThu, 28 Oct 2021 02:14:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Listen-to-the-RPS-Pharma-Scene-podcast-5This month, we are celebrating Black History Month with blogs, live events and profiles. Now we are championing black pharmacists on our RPS Pharma Scene podcast. This episode, RPS President Claire Fri, 22 Oct 2021 10:19:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Take-a-look-back-at-our-sustainability-blogsAt the start of September, we released our Declaration of Climate and Ecological Emergency. As health professionals, climate change will fundamentally impact our roles. Ourdeclaration callson the phaFri, 08 Oct 2021 14:40:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Listen-to-the-RPS-Pharma-Scene-podcast-4Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not tune in to the RPS Pharma Scene podcast? This week, RPS Head of Professional Belonging Aman Dollchats withMike Maguire and Farzana Haq. The pair formFri, 08 Oct 2021 13:23:16 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Hear-Wales-Director-Elen-Jones-on-BBC-Radio-4You can now hear our Director for Wales Elen Jones speak on the BBC Radio 4 PM programme from Wednesday, October 6 about independent prescribing. Pharmacists are able to have a consultation with a paThu, 07 Oct 2021 12:01:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-announces-backing-of-Climate-Action-CharterWe are pleased to announce that we are a signatory of the Professional Bodies Climate Action Charter that hasbeenlaunched today, October 7. Developed by the Professional Associations Research NetworkThu, 07 Oct 2021 10:34:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Listen-to-this-weeks-RPS-Pharma-Scene-podcastLooking for some weekend listening? TheRPS Pharma Scene podcast is back for its third instalment. This week RPS Chief Scientist Gino Martini is joined by co-hostSunayana Shah, chair of the RPS IndustFri, 01 Oct 2021 11:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-release-survey-on-mandatory-vaccinationsWe need your opinion on mandatory flu and COVID vaccinations. That's why we'vereleasedsurvey with APTUK for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to inform a review of the RPS position statemeThu, 30 Sep 2021 05:17:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Help-develop-the-RPS-Scotland-position-statement-on-workforceWorkforce pressures and shortages are being widely discussed across pharmacy. However, views differ on whether there are widespread shortages, the causes of pressures and what potential actions are neTue, 28 Sep 2021 10:35:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Medicine-deliveries-continue-despite-fuel-shortageSpeaking about media reports today that there is uncertainty about deliveries of medicines due to the fuel crisis, RPS President Professor Claire Anderson said: “Patient care is the top prioritMon, 27 Sep 2021 09:36:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Third-RPS-Workforce-Wellbeing-Survey-launchedTodaywe have launched our third annual Workforce Wellbeing survey, in partnership with Pharmacist Support, as part of our campaign to champion the mental health and wellbeing of pharmacists. We need Thu, 23 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Access-to-emergency-contraception-in-pharmaciesBBC3 online recently reported the cases of two women who were unable to access emergency contraception from their local pharmacy. Responding to the piece, RPS President Professor Claire Anderson said:Thu, 16 Sep 2021 11:58:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-signs-letter-opposing-Vectura-takeover-newsRPS President Claire Anderson has signed a letter written to Jo Churchill, Minister for Prevention, Public Health and Primary Care, from Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation to express deep conceThu, 16 Sep 2021 09:58:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Listen-to-the-latest-RPS-Pharma-Scene-podcastTechnology and pharmacy: this week's instalment of the new RPS Pharma Scene podcast sees Chief Scientist Gino Martini interview Dr. Hirkirit Virdee to find out what Blockchain technology is. GinoFri, 10 Sep 2021 12:46:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-meets-Minister-for-Public-Health-Womens-Health-and-SportDigital transformation and women’s health were the focus of a positive meeting between RPS Scotland and the Minister for Public Health, Women’s Health and Sport, Maree Todd MSP, on 8 SepteWed, 08 Sep 2021 14:53:59 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Share-your-views-on-the-proposed-new-National-Care-ServiceRPS Scotland is holding a focus group to hear members’ views on the Scottish Government’s consultation on a new National Care Service. This online event will take place onTuesday 14th SepTue, 07 Sep 2021 09:03:03 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Competency-Framework-for-all-Prescribers-updatedThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has updated its Competency Framework for all Prescribers, which sets out what good prescribing looks like across all health professions. The frameworkis forall regulaTue, 07 Sep 2021 08:01:05 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-rebrand-for-BPSAToday RPS unveils a rebrand for the British Pharmaceutical Students’ Association (BPSA) to celebrate the organisation’s 80th year. The new brandupdates BPSA’s look, and will be phaseMon, 06 Sep 2021 06:04:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-meets-with-Minister-for-Drugs-PolicyRPS Scotland met with the Minister for Drugs Policy, Angela Constance MSP, on 1 September to discuss pharmacy’s role in reducing harm from drugs. Key topics discussed were improving availabilitThu, 02 Sep 2021 08:07:12 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-commits-to-tackling-climate-emergencyThe climate crisis is the biggest threat modern society has ever faced. That’s why the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s three national boards and Assembly have made a climate change declaraWed, 01 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Pharma-Scene-Podcast-out-today-with-Dame-Sally-Davies“Please pharmacists round the world help us,” asks Dame Sally Davies, the UK Special Envoy on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), and the first special guest on the new RPS Pharma Scene PodcasFri, 27 Aug 2021 09:46:52 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//NHS-access-to-BNF-content-secured-for-a-further-12-yearsPharmaceutical Press and BMJ, joint publishers of BNF Publications and their partner Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, have been awarded a 12-year contract from National Institute for HeaMon, 23 Aug 2021 07:58:41 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-shows-support-for-long-COVID-sufferersPharmacy teams in all settings can play an important role in the support of long COVID patients. RPS has set out key principles and recommendations for pharmaceutical care in the management of the ilThu, 19 Aug 2021 13:58:24 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Minister-expresses-his-thanks-to-PharmacistsThe Minister for Mental Wellbeing and Social Care, Kevin Stewart MSP, has asked RPS Scotland to pass on his thanks and best wishes to pharmacists across Scotland for their hard work both during the CoThu, 19 Aug 2021 09:25:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-publishes-hospital-pharmacy-vision-for-consultationRPS Scotland has published its vision for the future of hospital pharmacy. It is now seeking views on the vision, which has been created with hospital pharmacists and pharmacy teams across Scotland. Wed, 18 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Look-back-at-South-Asian-Heritage-Month-highlightsSouth Asian Heritage Month, which exploresthe history and identity of British South Asians, ends today. We’ve celebrated in style in collaboration with Pharmacy Technicians of Colour, APTUK and Tue, 17 Aug 2021 15:29:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-concerned-about-potential-Vectura-takeoverRPS has written to Lord Bethell, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Innovation, to express ethical concerns about the proposed takeover of Vectura. Tobacco company Philip Morris InternationalFri, 13 Aug 2021 15:27:55 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-post-registration-foundation-curriculum-announcedFollowing a wide consultation with the profession, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society has launched its newpost-registration foundation pharmacist curriculum to inform professional development training aFri, 13 Aug 2021 09:09:22 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-welcomes-new-Chief-Pharmaceutical-OfficerRPSDirector for Scotland, Clare Morrison, has congratulated Professor Alison Strath FRPharmS on her appointment to the role of Chief Pharmaceutical Officer for Scotland. Clare said: "Alisonhas bWed, 11 Aug 2021 15:47:10 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Listen-to-the-new-PharmSci-podcast-episodeThe RPS PharmSci podcast with Chief Pharmacist Gino Martini is back for its thirtiethinstalment. This week Gino catches up withJames Rickard, Chief Scientific Officer atBiotherapy Services. James, aMon, 09 Aug 2021 14:25:01 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-writes-letter-to-GPhC-after-assessment-technical-faultsRPS has written a letter to GPhC to express its concerns about the recent technical issues experienced by a number of trainees during the GPhC registration assessment, and to seek a fair and timely reFri, 06 Aug 2021 13:26:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacys-role-in-reducing-harm-from-drugsWe are calling on the Scottish Government, pharmacy organisations, contractors and members of the profession to work together to reduce harm from drugs and improve the health of people who use drugs. Fri, 30 Jul 2021 11:04:18 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-wins-e-portfolio-training-contractRPS has been awarded a contract to deliver a new e-portfolio for HEE’s Trainee Pharmacist Foundation Year Programme. The e-portfolio will enable trainees to document their learning and developmFri, 30 Jul 2021 09:51:56 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-and-NHS-join-forces-to-support-colleagues-abroad-during-Covid-crisisThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society and NHS England have come together to support countries in the fight against Covid-19. RPS and NHS England are working with pharmacy colleagues internationally in couFri, 23 Jul 2021 07:19:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-for-reduction-in-inequalities-in-womens-healthRPS is calling for measures to tackle the health inequalities experienced by women across Great Britain. Many women’s health issues are associated with stigma, which may result in women feelingMon, 19 Jul 2021 13:37:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Its-South-Asian-Heritage-MonthWe’re celebrating South Asian Heritage Month 18 July-17 August with profiles of South Asian pharmacy professionals, livestream events, webinars and more. South Asian Heritage Month highlights tMon, 19 Jul 2021 07:39:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-welcomes-UK-Life-Sciences-VisionRPS has welcomed the new Government UK Life Sciences Vision, which outlines seven critical healthcare missions – from cancer treatment, to tackling dementia. The Government, industry, the NHS, Thu, 15 Jul 2021 09:29:45 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Professor-Peter-Kopelman-1951--2021It was with great sadness that RPS learned Professor Peter Kopelman has passed away. As well as being a strong advocate for high quality health education, Peter worked with RPS for many years, offeriWed, 14 Jul 2021 13:16:46 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-reports-Equality-Inclusion-and-Diversity-dataThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has published the findings of its first Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) survey of members as part of its five-year inclusion and diversity strategy. The resulWed, 14 Jul 2021 11:50:11 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-on-GPhC-to-provide-action-and-accountability-on-inclusion-and-diversityRPS has responded to the GPhC’s consultation on its equality, diversity and inclusion strategy, calling for clear accountability measures for its delivery. RPS Head of Professional Belonging AmTue, 13 Jul 2021 10:10:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-seeks-views--on-vision-for-GP-practice-pharmacyRPS Scotland is seeking views on the next phase in its vision for pharmacy in 2030 series, which has been developed in partnership with the profession. We are seeking views on the consultation documeThu, 08 Jul 2021 15:00:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-backs-contraceptive-pill-without-prescriptionThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society today welcomed the move by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to allow progestogen-only contraceptive pills to be provided in pharmacies foThu, 08 Jul 2021 14:51:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Protected-learning-pilot-should-be-GB-wide-says-RPSThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society is calling for a new pilot on protected learning time led by Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) to be extended across Great Britain. The new 12 month pilotWed, 07 Jul 2021 10:10:48 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Director-responds-to-booster-vaccine-newsFollowing a Government announcement, RPS has said that pharmacists 'must' be involved with delivering the Covid booster vaccine from September. The boosters will aim to protect the most vulneFri, 02 Jul 2021 12:29:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-CEO-responds-to-disingenuous-article-about-MP-and-pharmacist-Taiwo-OwatemiRPS CEO Paul Bennett has written a letter responding to the political blogsite Guido Fawkes writing a 'disingenuous' article about pharmacist and MPTaiwo Owatemi entitled'Serving Labour MPFri, 25 Jun 2021 13:36:06 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Listen-to-final-PrezCast-with-outgoing-RPS-President-Sandra-GidleyListen to RPS President Sandra Gidley's final PrezCast, now available online. Accompanied by RPS Chief Exec Paul Bennett, Sandra shares some ofthe highs and lows of being President of the Royal PFri, 25 Jun 2021 09:47:10 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Hear-RPS-England-Chair-Thorrun-Govind-speak-to-the-BBC-about-hay-fever-and-cetirizine-shortagesRPSEnglish Pharmacy Board Chair Thorrun Govind featured on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC radio stations across the country yesterday, June 24, after pharmacists reportedshortages of cetirizine. The antihiFri, 25 Jun 2021 09:12:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-to-shape-pharmacists-of-tomorrow-with-Northern-Ireland-Foundation-training-contractThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has been awarded a new contract to deliver clinical training and registration assessment support for Foundation Trainee Pharmacists, formerly Pre-Registration TraineesThu, 24 Jun 2021 12:49:56 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//National-Pharmacy-Boards--June-updateThe joint June meeting of the RPS national Pharmacy Boards involved wide ranging discussions about the profession. Key issues covered included medicines and sustainability, the expanding role of pharmThu, 24 Jun 2021 10:00:44 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-RPS-national-Pharmacy-Board-election-results-announcedElections have taken place for positions on the three national Pharmacy Boards today. The newly elected members will take up the positions immediately. For the English Pharmacy Board, Thorrun GovindTue, 22 Jun 2021 04:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-responds-to-Government-consultation-on-regulator-powersThe Government have consulted on the reform of regulators that oversee professionals working in health and social care. We support many of the proposals, which will provide greater transparency and eFri, 18 Jun 2021 10:15:11 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacy-can-help-reduce-drug-harms-and-deathsWe have published a policy document on pharmacy’s role in reducing drug harms and preventing drug deaths in Scotland. The report highlights areas where pharmacy can contribute effectively to theThu, 17 Jun 2021 08:39:53 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-welcomes-new-FellowsRPS Scotland is delighted that seven pharmacists in Scotland received Fellowships this month. Clare Morrison, Director for Scotland, said: “Each member has made a significant contribution to theFri, 11 Jun 2021 07:35:37 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Sign-our-Inclusion-and-Wellbeing-PledgeEveryone in pharmacy should be able to work in a culture that has fairness at its core. A place where diversity is respected and wellbeing prioritised. Without exception. We've created the RPS InWed, 09 Jun 2021 07:26:43 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Share-your-views-on-womens-health-with-usRPS Scotland is currently developing a position statement on pharmacy’s role in supporting and improving women’s health. This will include both the roles that pharmacy teams should play, aMon, 07 Jun 2021 15:46:28 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-for-increased-COVID-19-protection-for-health-workersRepresentatives from the RPS and over 20 professional bodies and health organisations have met with the Government and NHS to call for increased COVID-19 protection for health workers. In a meeting oMon, 07 Jun 2021 08:35:58 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-RPS-Fellows-2021The RPS Panel of Fellows has designated the following 22 members as Fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy: · Alison Margaret Astles &middotThu, 03 Jun 2021 08:50:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Celebrating-the-history-of-pharmacy-in-ScotlandRPS is planning a new museum display at its Scottish Office in Edinburgh, which will be re-opened when Covid restrictions allow. The new display will be a celebration of the history of pharmacy in ScThu, 03 Jun 2021 08:20:35 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-and-APTUK-joint-statement-on-pharmacy-technician-membershipThe RPS and APTUK are proud to represent and lead our respective unique professions. Every day, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians improve care for patients and ensure the safe and effective use ofWed, 02 Jun 2021 08:10:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Reducing-harms-from-drug-useRPS Scotland has welcomed the publication of the new Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) standards. These standards will help deliver person-centred care by promoting a holistic approach and improvingTue, 01 Jun 2021 13:22:08 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Social-media-blackout-28-31-JuneRPS stands with our members and colleagues in the health sector in challenging racism, harassment and abuse online. As part of our continuing commitment to be an anti-racist organisation, we are takiThu, 27 May 2021 10:06:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Chairs-appointed-to-new-RPS-Expert-Advisory-Groups(L-R, Anne Thomson, Janice Perkins and Darren Powell) RPS has recruited members to Chair each of its three new Expert Advisory Groups on Digital Pharmacy, Primary Care Pharmacy and Community PharmacyThu, 27 May 2021 08:27:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Our-new-strategy-2021-2026We've publisheda new five-year strategy outlining our ambitions for 2021-2026. It's the outcome of the RPS Assembly’s consideration of theopportunities and challenges facing RPS. The stMon, 24 May 2021 08:05:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//The-Queen-congratulates-RPS-on-180th-anniversaryToday the Royal Pharmaceutical Society is marking its 180year anniversary. Leading the celebrations, RPS President Sandra Gidley said:“This is a very special year for the Royal Pharmaceutical SThu, 20 May 2021 09:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Dr-Rose-Marie-Parr-wins-RPS-Charter-AwardDr Rose Marie Parr, a Fellow of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has been presented with the RPS Charter Award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the profession. The Charter AwardWed, 19 May 2021 18:31:14 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Join-our-180th-anniversary-celebrationsThis year we are marking our 180 yearanniversary and we’re inviting you to join in our celebrations on 20May. We’ve been championing pharmacists and pharmacy since 1841 and are hugely proTue, 18 May 2021 02:55:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Results-of-RPS-National-Pharmacy-Board-elections-2021Commenting on the results of the elections to the three RPS national Pharmacy Boards, RPS Chief Executive Paul Bennett said: “We’ve seen a record number of candidates in this year’sFri, 14 May 2021 12:30:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//We-call-for-changes-to-research-on-controlled-drugsWe’ve responded to an Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) consultation regarding the legal constraints on researching controlled drugs. In the response, we call for barriers that resThu, 13 May 2021 07:21:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-for-validation-process-in-private-COVID-19-testingWe are calling for a validation process for private COVID-19 tests before they are made available to purchase, so they undergo quality and accuracy checks to ensure they meet all safety requirements. Fri, 07 May 2021 08:12:08 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//We-call-for-funding-to-make-pharmacy-fit-for-the-futureCommenting on the London School of Economics-Lancet Commission on the future of the NHS, RPS President Sandra Gidley said: “We are pleased to see the Commission agrees with many of our own recoFri, 07 May 2021 06:57:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Assessment-results-successToday, 2,666 pre-registration pharmacists received the results of their registration assessment with a pass rate of 88.2%. Congratulations to everyone who's passed the assessment this year. This Thu, 29 Apr 2021 05:49:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Help-shape-our-GP-Practice-Vision-for-Pharmacy-2030RPS Scotland is seeking views on the next phase in its vision for pharmacy in 2030 series, which is being developed in partnership with the profession. We are seeking pharmacists and pharmacy team meTue, 27 Apr 2021 08:30:15 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//We-call-for-increase-in-pharmacist-independent-prescribers-We have made three core recommendations to support the increased use of pharmacist independent prescribers (PIPs) over the next decade. As medication regimes become more specialised and complex, the Tue, 27 Apr 2021 06:30:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Maximising-value-from-our-propertiesLike many organisations we are re-evaluating the use of our office space. The pandemic has proved we can work remotely in different ways and continue to be efficient and effective in providing serviceMon, 26 Apr 2021 07:09:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-launch-Royal-Colleges-medicine-safety-webinar-seriesWe'recollaborating with a group of Royal Colleges to bring a series of educational webinars for its members, focusing on the safer use of medicines. The group, which also includes the Royal ColleFri, 23 Apr 2021 06:13:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacist-Sana-Masood-dies-from-COVID-19The Royal Pharmaceutical Society is deeply saddened to hear of the death of pharmacist Sana Masood from COVID-19. Sana worked at Neil’s Pharmacy in Prescot, Liverpool and died on 1 April aged 3Thu, 22 Apr 2021 09:50:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-and-NICE-launch-educational-webinar-series-We’re collaborating with The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) on a new series of educational webinars for our members. NICE is a world leader in guidance development andMon, 19 Apr 2021 11:01:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Applications-to-join-new-RPS-Expert-Advisory-Groups-now-openWe are recruitingmembers for three new Expert Advisory Groups, which are being set up to provide a fresh source of expertise on issues relating to the pharmacy profession. The groups will work on issThu, 08 Apr 2021 13:32:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-bringing-together-a-vision-for-Pharmacy-2030RPS Scotland has published a new report, Pharmacy 2030: a Vision for Community Pharmacy. The document, which is now open for consultation, is the first of a planned series of visions for pharmacy in 2Wed, 31 Mar 2021 08:55:20 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Celebration-of-women-in-pharmacyOur inclusion and diversity focus for this month has been on gender equality. Starting on International Women’s Day, we launched Celebrating women in pharmacy, a new online exhibition from our Tue, 30 Mar 2021 07:23:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Championing-inclusion-and-diversity-with-youAt our RPS Action in Belonging, Culture and Diversity (ABCD) meetings – the forum where you talk with us about inclusion and diversity – you’ve raised key issues you want us to champMon, 29 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Website-refresh-for-RPS-ScotlandWe have refreshed and updated our RPS Scotland webpages to bring you more information about the work we are doing and to encourage greater engagement with our members. We heard from members that theyMon, 22 Mar 2021 16:03:39 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-anti-racist-statementThe past year has shown that the issue of race equality is an urgent priority for everyone. The impact of systemic biases and structural racism cannot be underestimated in the workplace and wider sociWed, 17 Mar 2021 09:35:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Board-Elections-statement-from-English-Scottish-and-Welsh-Pharmacy-BoardsWe believe the 2021 elections for the RPS national boards in England, Scotland and Wales will be among the most important and influential in recent years. It’s a time of change and pressure acrThu, 11 Mar 2021 09:18:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//We-urge-GPhC-to-resolve-registration-assessment-issues-We’ve written to the Chair of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) calling for urgent clarification on issues relating to the upcoming registration assessment. The letter follows reports eFri, 26 Feb 2021 16:37:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Board-Meeting--February-updateRPS Boards from England, Scotland and Wales came together for a virtual board meeting yesterday. They were joined by members across GB who could observe remotely and hear first-hand the updates and diThu, 04 Feb 2021 02:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-Policy-Lead-for-RPS-ScotlandWe are excited to announce that Laura Wilson has been appointed as the new Policy and Practice Lead for RPS in Scotland, following the retirement of Aileen Bryson. Laura will lead policy development Fri, 22 Jan 2021 09:54:06 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-welcomes-funded-NHS-Medicines-Delivery-service-in-ScotlandRPS has welcomed the announcement of a funded NHS Medicines Delivery service to support the most vulnerable in our communities but called for pharmacists to continue to provide advice and expertise diMon, 18 Jan 2021 15:13:03 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacies-can-provide-the-OxfordAstraZeneca-vaccineFollowing the news that the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has approved the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine for rollout in the UKthe Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s ChiefWed, 30 Dec 2020 09:40:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Open-letter-calls-for-prov-reg-supportWith the unprecedented challenges facing provisional registrants this year, we’ve joined with the Primary Care Pharmacy Association, British Pharmaceutical Students' Association and Guild ofMon, 07 Dec 2020 09:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-presses-DHSC-for-medicines-law-changeThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society, alongside GP and community pharmacy leaders, met with Government officials yesterday to discuss proposals to speed up patient access to medicines. RPS is calling forThu, 03 Dec 2020 09:32:41 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-announces-updated-membership-fees-for-2021The Royal Pharmaceutical Society today announced its new fees for all members in 2021. The big news is a 9% saving for members joining via annual Direct Debit. Robbie Turner, RPS Director of Member Mon, 30 Nov 2020 14:14:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-celebrates-new-FellowsRPS Director for Scotland, Clare Morrison and SPB Chair, Jonathan Burton have written to the nine new pharmacists in Scotland who have received Fellowships, congratulating them on their well-deserved Fri, 27 Nov 2020 14:34:56 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//COVID-19-second-wave-letter-from-CPhOs-and-regulatorsThe UK's Chief Pharmaceutical Officers and pharmacyregulatorshavewritten a joint letter on supporting pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy teams throughout the second COVID-19 wave. TheFri, 27 Nov 2020 10:30:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-mental-health-and-wellbeing-report--Scotlands-Interim-CPhO-respondsIn response to our mental health and wellbeing report, Scotland's Interim Chief Pharmaceutical Officer Alison Strath has sent us the following message: “Having good mental health, or being Thu, 26 Nov 2020 12:17:41 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacists-role-in-mental-health-care-We-talk-to-BBC-Radio-ScotlandRPS Director ofScotland Clare Morrison has been interviewed by BBC Radio Scotland, highlighting how pharmacists can support people with mental health conditions. In the interview, Clare talks about tTue, 24 Nov 2020 15:16:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Caring-for-people-living-with-mental-health-conditionsRPS Scotland has published a new policy on improving pharmaceutical care for people living with mental health conditions. It recommends that the expertise, clinical knowledge and accessibility of pharThu, 29 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-and-Wales-get-set-for-2021-electionsWe’ve launched our manifestos for the 2021 Scottish and Welsh Parliamentary elections as we look to influence the future of pharmacy. With the support of RPS members, the manifestos include eigWed, 28 Oct 2020 11:58:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Clare-Morrison-appointed-Director-of-RPS-in-ScotlandClare Morrison FRPharmS has been appointed Director of RPS in Scotland, following the retirement of Alex MacKinnon. Clare will take up her new post on 21st September. Clare will be responsible for naWed, 26 Aug 2020 09:06:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Chancellor-must-include-pharmacists-in-pay-riseFollowing the omission of pharmacy professionals from the Government’s pay rise for public sector workers, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society has written to the Chancellor to demand urgent action.Thu, 23 Jul 2020 10:11:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Fix-refunds-now-on-Immigration-Health-SurchargeResponding to the announcement of a new Health and Care Visa, which confirms that health and care workers will not have to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge, RPS President Sandra Gidley said: &ldqWed, 15 Jul 2020 09:04:33 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacy-must-be-at-heart-of-second-wave-planningResponding to a new report from the Academy of Medical Sciences, which warns that the UK must prepare now for a potential new wave of coronavirus infections this winter, President of the Royal PharmacTue, 14 Jul 2020 10:07:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-National-Boards-commit-to-enabling-the-RPS-Inclusion-and-Diversity-strategyThe RPS recently launched an inclusion and diversity (I&D) strategy for pharmacy. This has been warmly welcomed and supported by the three RPS national Boards. We really do believe that this stratThu, 02 Jul 2020 10:35:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-shares-COVID-19-resources-with-Commonwealth-pharmacistsRPS shares COVID-19 webinar resources with members of the Commonwealth Pharmacists Association (CPA). The webinars are today made available as a CPD package to all CPA members across the world. Upon Tue, 30 Jun 2020 14:07:15 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Aileen-Bryson-retires-from-RPSRPS Scotland says farewell to Deputy Director, Aileen Bryson today after 9 years working within the policy and practice team. Jonathan Burton, Chair of the SPB, said: “Aileen has been instrumenTue, 30 Jun 2020 06:22:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Missed-out-on-the-RPS-AGM-Read-the-highlightsWednesday might have been the hottest day of the year to date, but the highlight for us was seeing so many members participating in our Annual General Meeting (AGM). Chaired by RPS President Sandra GThu, 25 Jun 2020 14:40:12 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-welcomes-Near-Me-virtual-consultationsRPS Scotland is delighted to have endorsed newly published guidance for pharmacists wishing to use Near Me video consultations.This is a fantastic opportunity for pharmacists to deliver person centredThu, 25 Jun 2020 09:00:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Test-Trace-and-Protect-across-GB---implications-for-pharmacy-teamsAs we move to a new phase of Test, Trace and Protect across the UK there are new risks to continuity of care for patients and the public. It is possible that all pharmacy staff in a team in any healthFri, 05 Jun 2020 13:35:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Why-were-participating-in-BlackoutTuesdayWe won't be posting across our social channels as we observe a day of reflection on how we can contribute towards diversity and against racism. We will remain silent in solidarity withthe Black LiTue, 02 Jun 2020 09:59:51 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Our-one-stop-shop-for-provisional-pharmacistsWe know that the transition to practice can be an exciting but also daunting time for new pharmacists. You’ve already had to cope with a lot of changes in your training year as well as taking oFri, 29 May 2020 12:57:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Exemption-for-pharmacy-teams-from-immigration-health-surchargeMany of you have been asking us if pharmacy teams are covered by the recent news about exempting migrant health and care workers from paying the Immigration Health Surcharge. We’ve spoken to thWed, 27 May 2020 15:47:27 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//COVID-19-Welsh-Parliament-told-of-pharmacys-key-roleThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Wales (RPS Wales) together with Community Pharmacy Wales have given oral evidence to the Welsh Parliament’s Health, Social Care & Sport Committee’s Thu, 14 May 2020 12:35:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-for-evidence-on-pharmacy-practice-and-COVID-19RPS has today issued a short survey as part of a call for evidence to inform the future of pharmacy practice after COVID-19. We know the past few weeks have been challenging for pharmacists and theirThu, 14 May 2020 11:43:13 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-welcomes-key-worker-confirmationRPS Scotland is delighted to see confirmation that pharmacists and community pharmacy staff responding to COVID-19 are defined as category 1 key workers for the purpose of access to childcare. In resWed, 06 May 2020 13:54:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Additional-Police-Support-for-Community-Pharmacies-in-WalesPolice forces in Wales will be contacting community pharmacies to reassure pharmacists and their teams about the support they can provide to protect staff and pharmacy premises. This is in response tFri, 01 May 2020 10:32:22 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//COVID-19-Urgent-clarity-sought-on-Welsh-death-in-service-scheme-The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) in Wales has welcomed the Welsh Health and Social Care Minister’s oral statement to the Welsh Assembly that the COVID-19 Death in Service Scheme does applyThu, 30 Apr 2020 13:16:27 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-and-BPSA-welcome-visa-extensions-for-pharmacistsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society and British Pharmaceutical Students' Association have welcomed news today that pharmacists from overseas will be granted an automatic, free extension to their visaThu, 30 Apr 2020 11:05:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//COVID19-Supporting-unpaid-carers-to-access-medicines-in-WalesThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Wales has joined forces with Carers Trust Wales, Carers Wales, and Community Pharmacy Wales to help unpaid carers to overcome the practical challenges of accessing Wed, 29 Apr 2020 08:43:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Life-assurance-scheme-must-apply-to-all-pharmacists-says-RPSThe RPS has called for a new life assurance scheme during the COVID-19 pandemic to apply to all pharmacists. The scheme should extend to all health and care workers, but we’re concerned by mediTue, 28 Apr 2020 12:49:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Supporting-the-NHS-with-COVID-19-Critical-Care-InformationPharmaceutical Press from The Royal Pharmaceutical Society is today announcing the release of essential drug information focussed on supporting those working in critical care through the COVID-19 crisThu, 23 Apr 2020 10:05:45 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-and-BPSA-call-for-pre-reg-visa-extensionThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society and British Pharmaceutical Students’ Association have called for an extension of Tier 2, 4 and 5 visas for pre-registration pharmacists during the COVID-19 pandeThu, 23 Apr 2020 06:31:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-welcomes-access-to-COVID-19-testing-in-EnglandThe RPS has welcomed the news that testing for COVID-19 testing will be made available to community pharmacy teams in England. Contractors have been sent details on how their staff can access testingMon, 20 Apr 2020 14:20:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Police-advice-on-crime-and-security-during-COVID-19The National Business Crime Centre, a UK organisation hosted within the Metropolitan Police Service, has published new security advice for pharmacies during COVID-19. This includes advice on securityThu, 16 Apr 2020 14:47:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-welcomes-recognition-of-community-pharmacy-and-calls-for-mental-health-and-wellbeing-supportRPS in Scotland has welcomed the additional £5.5 million announced yesterday by the Scottish Government which will be allocated to community pharmacies to help them cope with increased pressuresWed, 08 Apr 2020 16:03:09 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//MEP-and-our-most-popular-Pharmacy-Guides-now-available-for-whole-professionInspired by the way pharmacists are supporting each other during this global emergency we have made the MEP and our pharmacy guides available and accessible to everyone during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mon, 06 Apr 2020 06:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Easter-opening-hoursMany pharmacy teams will be working over the Easter Bank holiday providing vital access to medicines and healthcare advice. You can call us on0207 572 2737or emailus atsupport@rpharms.com for advice Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:03:22 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Cancelled-National-Pharmacy-Board-elections-2020The RPS Assembly has decided to cancel the National Pharmacy Board elections 2020. The process for elections to the National Pharmacy Boards for 2020 was launched on 13 March, with the opening of nomFri, 27 Mar 2020 11:29:59 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Supporting-pre-registration-pharmacistsWe recognise that there are many uncertainties for pre-reg pharmacists just now about how the coronavirus pandemic will impact upon your training and entry onto the profession. There are questions aboWed, 25 Mar 2020 14:12:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-asks-for-further-support-and-recognition-for-pharmacy-teamsRPS in Scotland has written to the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport to thank her and the First Minister for their messages of support on social media at the end of what had been an incredibly chTue, 24 Mar 2020 08:30:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-shares-advice-for-the-public-on-how-they-can-support-pharmaciesRPS has adapted advice from the Welsh Governmenton ways the public can support their local pharmacies. Pharmacy teams are going above and beyond to ensure patients receive care and medicines, but theyFri, 20 Mar 2020 18:46:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Volunteering-to-help-during-the-COVID-19-pandemicThere have been fantastic offers of help from the profession in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Pharmacy students, pre-registration pharmacists, retired pharmacists and colleagues working in industFri, 20 Mar 2020 12:51:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Key-workers-and-COVID-19RPS President Sandra Gidley has written an open letter to Headteachers on the role of pharmacists and support teams as "key workers" during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can download a PDF of tFri, 20 Mar 2020 10:18:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-welcomes-access-to-the-ECS-and-calls-for-more-support-for-pharmacists-during-pandemicRPS Scotland has today [Wednesday 18 March 2020] welcomed the announcement that pharmacists and pharmacy technicians will be given access to the Emergency Care Summary (ECS) as part of the Scottish GoWed, 18 Mar 2020 17:33:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Make-professional-decisions-with-our-backingPharmacists and pharmacy teams are working harder than ever to support people with their medicines during the unprecedented and unplanned for impact of COVID-19. The RPS backs you to use your professTue, 17 Mar 2020 15:09:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//All-RPS-buildings-to-close-on-Friday-13th-March-for-one-day-resilience-exerciseRPS buildings in London, Cardiff and Edinburgh will be closed on Friday 13th March. We will be conducting a resilience exercise to ensure our systems and people are able to provide continuous serviceWed, 11 Mar 2020 14:20:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Early-Careers-Pharmacist-Advisory-GroupTheEarly Careers Pharmacist Advisory Group is on hold for the duration of the coronavirus outbreak. Are you a pre-registration pharmacist or a newly qualified pharmacist with up to 5 years’ expFri, 28 Feb 2020 12:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Membership-Means-MoreRPS membership renewals begin today, Tuesday 14 January 2020. For everyone who uses Direct Debit it’s just another day – your membership renews automatically. For members renewing by othTue, 14 Jan 2020 09:08:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Call-for-abstracts-RPS-Science-and-Research-Summit-2020The RPS Science & Research Summit returns in 2020! Delegate registrations will open in March 2020, but you can submit your abstract now! Want to showcase your research to over 200 healthcare profFri, 13 Dec 2019 16:06:22 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-home-for-RPS-in-ScotlandWe’re pleased to announce that after months of renovation, weeks of packing and a busy few days of unpacking, the RPS in Scotland has now officially moved to its new home in Edinburgh’s NeThu, 07 Nov 2019 09:35:38 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-writes-to-Health-Secretary-calling-for-pharmacist-health-and-wellbeing-supportIn October, weresponded to the announcement by the Department of Health and Social Care that the NHS Practitioner Health service would be expanding to support all doctors and dentists with their wellbTue, 05 Nov 2019 15:34:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Scottish-pharmacists-have-vital-role-in-mental-health-supportThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland (RPS) will today (Tuesday 8 October 2019) call for an exploration of new models of care which enable pharmacists to better support people with their mentalTue, 08 Oct 2019 11:04:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-gives-evidence-on-the-future-of-primary-careToday, (Tuesday 1 October), RPS in Scotland gave oral evidence to the Health and Sport Committee’s inquiry into the future of primary care in Scotland, alongside Community Pharmacy Scotland, theTue, 01 Oct 2019 10:19:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-talks-to-BBC-Scotland-about-medicines-shortagesRPS spokesperson and Chair of the Scottish Pharmacy Board, Jonathan Burton, has been interviewed by BBC Scotland about the effect of a no-deal Brexit on access to medicines. Jonathan outlined the RPSMon, 30 Sep 2019 13:23:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Pharmacist-access-to-records-is-the-key-to-even-better-patient-careAhead of World Pharmacist Day (Wednesday 25 September 2019), the Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland has called on the Scottish Government to give all pharmacists read and write access to patientTue, 24 Sep 2019 14:53:34 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Showcasing-pharmacy-excellence-in-ScotlandRPS in Scotland, together with the University of Strathclyde, hosted the 3rd Research and Development event in Glasgow on 18 September. An impressive 70 posters from across all sectors of pharmacy weThu, 19 Sep 2019 14:49:05 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-speaks-to-BBC-Radio-Scotland-about-medicines-shortages-and-BrexitRPS spokesperson and Deputy Director for Scotland, Aileen Bryson, has been interviewed by BBC Radio Scotland about the effect of a no-deal Brexit on access to medicines. Aileen outlined the RPS positThu, 22 Aug 2019 06:56:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Members-We-want-your-viewsTo remain inspiring, relevant and empathetic we are absolutelycommitted to engaging and listeningto our members’ feedback and doing things better. It is important to tell us what matters to youMon, 22 Jul 2019 08:57:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Jonathan-Burton-elected-as-Chair-of-the-Scottish-Pharmacy-BoardThe executive team of the Scottish Pharmacy Board has today been agreed. Jonathan Burton MBE was elected as Chair of the Board. He takes over from John McAnaw, who has stepped down from the role. EwaTue, 02 Jul 2019 08:39:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//yellow-card-failsThe Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has reported a fall in the number of suspected adverse drug reactions (ADRs) reported to the Yellow Card Scheme in 2018 from key reporterFri, 14 Jun 2019 06:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Two-new-local-coordinators-in-ScotlandWe are delighted to announce that we have two new local coordinators in Scotland. After stepping down from their posts in Grampian and Tayside, Lola Dabiri and Ian Duncan were recently replaced by SaWed, 12 Jun 2019 10:38:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-RPS-Fellows-announced-2019The RPS Panel of Fellows has designated the following 22 members as Fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy: Karen Claire Baxter Jennifer MargaretTue, 28 May 2019 01:59:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Results-from-the-RPS-National-Pharmacy-Board-elections-2019We are pleased to announce the results from this year’s RPS National Pharmacy Board elections. English Pharmacy Board Election The following candidates have been elected to the five substantivFri, 17 May 2019 12:34:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-calls-on-Scottish-Government-to-fund-pharmaceutical-care-in-care-homesThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotlandhas today welcomed NHS England’s recognition of the vital role pharmacists can play in care homes. Alex MacKinnon, Director of RPS in Scotland said: Fri, 10 May 2019 14:04:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Voting-now-open-for-the-RPS-National-Board-elections-2019Voting is now open for the RPS National Board elections 2019. This is an opportunity for you to shape the future of your profession in your country. How do I vote? You can cast your vote by visitinMon, 29 Apr 2019 07:26:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//More-needs-to-be-done-to-improve-health-care-for-the-elderly-in-care-homesThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has published a new report setting out a vision for improving the care of residents in care homes across Scotland. There are over 32 000 elderly care home resideWed, 24 Apr 2019 09:30:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Candidates-announced-for-the-RPS-National-Board-Elections-2019We are delighted to announce we have had a total of 21nominations for this year’s RPS National Pharmacy Board elections. For the English Pharmacy Board election, we have received 11nominations.Mon, 08 Apr 2019 11:22:57 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Revalidation-resourcesWhether you revalidated last year, or you need to do it for the first time this year – we have a host of content and tools to help you. Most of it is only available to members. Peer Discussion Tue, 19 Feb 2019 14:21:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-welcomes-Minor-Ailment-Service-reportThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) in Scotland has welcomed the release of the Minor Ailment Service report published today by Community Pharmacy Scotland. Alex MacKinnon, Director for Scotland, Wed, 09 Jan 2019 16:30:48 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-talks-to-BBC-Radio-Scotland-about-danger-of-buying-diet-pills-onlineRPS spokesperson and Deputy Director for Scotland, Aileen Bryson, has been interviewed this morning by BBC Radio Scotland about the access to diet pills online. Aileen was invited to share her views Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:35:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-talks-to-BBC-Wales-about-CBD-oilRPS spokesperson Aileen Bryson was interviewed by BBC Walesabout the rising popularity of CBD oil and the increased number of reports by people suffering from arthritis, anxiety and depression on the Mon, 29 Oct 2018 15:18:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-responds-to-Scottish-Governments-Drug-and-Alcohol-strategyToday we responded to the new Scottish Government Drug and Alcohol draft strategy “All together now”. We welcome the mention of pharmacists as professionals able to provide holistic careFri, 05 Oct 2018 13:28:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Two-new-Members-join-Scottish-Pharmacy-BoardWe are delighted to announce that Tamara Cairney and Andrew Carruthers have joined the Scottish Pharmacy Board as co-opted Board Members. Tamara is a pharmacist in a split role between the Royal AlexFri, 21 Sep 2018 11:17:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-welcomes-new-programme-by-Scottish-GovernmentThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) in Scotland would like to welcome the publishing of the Scottish Government’s new programme for 2018-19 “Delivering for Today, Investing for TomorrowFri, 14 Sep 2018 12:29:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-talks-to-BBC1-Reporting-Scotland-about-Brexit-supply-chain-issuesRPSspokesperson Aileen Brysonfeatured in BBC 1’s Reporting Scotland on contingency planning for the medicines supply chain by the NHS in Scotland in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Aileen expresWed, 22 Aug 2018 08:09:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Royal-Pharmaceutical-Society-acquires-PalliativedrugscomThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Palliativedrugs.com, the publisher of the Palliative Care Formulary and Introducing Palliative Care, key resources for Thu, 09 Aug 2018 08:55:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Good-Care-Starts-with-a-Conversation-campaignThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) in Scotland has today launched its campaign ‘Good care starts with a conversation’, highlighting the crucial role pharmacists play in ensuring peopleMon, 06 Aug 2018 08:38:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-welcomes-blueprint-document-by-the-Scottish-ConservativesToday the Scottish Conservatives have published a blueprint document, highlighting their vision for pharmacy services in Scotland. While RPS in Scotland welcomes their call for significant additions Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:55:32 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-statement-on-stockpiling-medicines-for-BrexitCommenting on reports that stockpiling of medicines could occur in the case of a no-deal Brexit, RPS President Ash Soni said: “Patient health is paramount and we agree with the Government that Thu, 26 Jul 2018 15:39:54 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Scotland-talks-to-BBC-Radio-Scotland-about-rising-cost-of-prescribingThe cost of prescriptions has gone up by 25% in the last decade, with new figures also showing paracetamol and aspirin are among the most commonly dispensed pills in Scotland. NHS figures showed the Thu, 26 Jul 2018 08:08:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-talks-to-SKY-News-about-BrexitRPS President Ash Soni spoke to SKY News this week about the potential consequences for patients in the event of a “no-deal” Brexit. "We are worried that there may be shortages of meThu, 19 Jul 2018 09:02:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Your-views-sought-on-Falsified-Medicines-Directive-consultationThe MHRA has published a consultation on several areas of the EU Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD).The consultation focuses on the safety features where the UK has flexibility within the Delegated ATue, 17 Jul 2018 13:10:00 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-talks-to-Channel-4-about-weight-loss-supplementsRPS Deputy Chief Scientist Dr Claire Thompson conducted experiments on Channel 4’s Food Unwrapped on Fridayto demonstrate how weight loss supplements work. Claire was interviewed as part of theMon, 16 Jul 2018 13:59:47 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-provides-evidence-to-Scottish-Labour-NHS-and-Social-Care-Workforce-CommissionWe have published our written evidence to Scottish Labour’s NHS and Social Care Workforce Commission, chaired by Anas Sarwar, Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Health and Wellbeing. On 2 July we Mon, 09 Jul 2018 09:26:33 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-talks-to-Radio-5-Live-about-horsefly-bitesThe warm weather has led to an increase in bites by horseflies in Scotland as people spend more time outside with their skin exposed. Horsefly bites are painful and can, in some cases, become infecteFri, 06 Jul 2018 08:05:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-seeks-member-representative-on-the-SIGN-CouncilAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) to represent RPS on the SIGN Council. Gary Cook Lead has held the voluntary post for two years and has recentlThu, 05 Jul 2018 09:28:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Celebrating-70-years-of-NHS-pharmacyToday the National Health Service is celebrating its 70th birthday. Ash Soni, President of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society said: “Pharmacists have played a vital role in providing NHS serviceThu, 05 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Dr-John-McAnaw-affirmed-as-Chair-of-the-Scottish-Pharmacy-BoardThe executive team of the Scottish Pharmacy Board has today been agreed. Dr John McAnaw was affirmed as Chair of the Board, which will be his last year of chairing the board following his election forTue, 03 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Support-for-pharmacy-teams-with-valproate-medicinesA joint resource has been published today to support pharmacy teams in helping women and girls who have been prescribed valproate medicines. Women and girls using valproate medicines must now be protMon, 25 Jun 2018 03:50:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-calls-for-reclassification-of-cannabis-for-medicinal-useThe RPS has published a policy statement recommending that cannabis be rescheduled from Schedule 1 to Schedule 2in the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001. RPS President Ash Soni has formally written toFri, 22 Jun 2018 05:37:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-welcomes-consultation-on-hospital-dispensing-errorsThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society has welcomed the start of a government consultation on changes to the law to provide a new defence on inadvertent dispensing errors in hospitals and other settings. TTue, 19 Jun 2018 11:59:24 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-talks-to-ITV-News-about-the-investment-needed-to-develop-drugsOur Deputy Chief Scientist Dr Claire Thompson was interviewed by ITV News at Ten last night about the investment needed for drug development. Claire was giving context to a news story about Pfizer anFri, 08 Jun 2018 12:48:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Robbie-Turner-appointed-RPS-Director-of-Pharmacy-and-Member-ExperienceThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Robbie Turner FRPharmS as its new Director of Pharmacy & Member Experience. Robbie is currently RPS Director of England Fri, 08 Jun 2018 06:06:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-looking-for-member-representative-on-the-SIGN-CouncilAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) in Scotland to represent us on the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) Council. Members of SThu, 17 May 2018 15:20:46 GMTBoyana Atanasovahttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-in-Scotland-wants-to-hear-your-experience-of-workforce-pressuresThe RPS in Scotland has been invited to give evidence to Scottish Labour’s Workforce Commission in the summer. As always, the Society is keen on ensuring that its evidence is fully informed by tThu, 17 May 2018 13:47:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Gail-Fleming-joins-the-RPS-as-new-Director-of-EducationThe Royal Pharmaceutical Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Gail Fleming FRPharmS as its new Director of Education. Education is a key part of the Society’s strategy. As such, GaThu, 17 May 2018 12:31:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//Two-new-RPS-Local-Coordinators-in-ScotlandWe are delighted to announce that we have recently filled the RPS Local Coordinator posts for Highlands and Islands and Lanarkshire and we warmly welcome Calum Murray (Highlands and Islands) and GilliMon, 14 May 2018 13:08:00 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//RPS-Local-Scotland-6-months-onDuring our Seminar in 2017 we launched our new approach to local engagement and events – RPS Local. Six months on, we are delighted to share with you the initial impact this new model has deliveFri, 11 May 2018 15:30:47 GMTAnonymoushttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//New-phone-number-for-RPS-elections-queriesOur Board elections opened on Monday. The external company who manage the elections on our behalf (Mi-Voice) supplied a phone number to call in case you needed support; that number was incorrect. It wWed, 02 May 2018 13:03:00 GMThttps://www.rpharms.com/news/details//rps-awards-honorary-fellowship-to-professor-tony-avery-obeThe RPS Assembly, the organisation’s governing body, has agreed to award an Honorary Fellowship of the Society to Professor Tony Avery OBE. An Honorary Fellowship is awarded to those who, in thThu, 01 Jan 1970 23:00:00 GMT