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Emerging Risks in Pharmacy Practice: Key Updates from the GPhC
In this blog I want to highlight some critical updates from the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) that every pharmacy professional—whether you’re a pharmacist, technician, or pharmacy owner—should be aware of. These issues have prompted serious regulatory concerns and demand thoughtful consideration and action where appropriate.
Risk Assessments for Registered Pharmacies Providing Pharmacy Services at a Distance
Risk Assessments are a regulatory requirement in medicines wholesaling but have you considered that they could also be very useful in pharmacy practice?
New Best practice guidance on the sale of medicines for pain relief
The MHRA have updated their Blue Guide on Advertising and Promoting Medicines. The update is to Appendix 4 with new Best Practice guidance on the sale of medicines for pain relief.
Advertising Prescription Only Medicines (POM): Do you know the rules?
Are you advertising Prescription Only Medicines (POM) utilising a prescribing service? Do you know it is illegal to advertise a POM?
Chief Pharmacist New standards as of January
The GPhC has released new standards for the Chief Pharmacist in January 2025. Have you read them? This blog summarises the standards provided. Find them in their entirety here.
Common trends from GPhC inspections carried out in 2024
Now we have started 2025, this blog highlights the common trends identified from GPhC inspections carried out in 2024.
Distance Selling Pharmacies
The GPhC has issued new guidance for distance selling and online pharmacies which came into effect in February 2025.
Pharmacy First
Over the past few years there has been a vast change in the Community Pharmacy landscape. Following a 5 year period of flat funding and increasing running costs there has been an increasing number of pharmacies closing their doors permanently, with 1400 closing since 2017.
Brexit – Is it done?
At various points over the last few years we have heard the cry of ‘let’s just get Brexit done’. Given that it is over 8 years since the public vote, it would be good to think we are somewhere near closing out the loose ends.
Supporting CQC Compliance for Healthcare Providers
Compliance with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) is a critical requirement for healthcare providers, including pharmacies.
Tailored Training for Pharmaceutical Excellence
Education and training are at the core of operational excellence in the pharmaceutical industry. Pharmacy Consulting Ltd offers an array of flexible training programs designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their roles.
Revolutionising Pharmacy Business Development
The strength of Pharmacy Consulting Ltd lies in its team of seasoned professionals, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. From regulatory compliance to business development, PCL’s team is equipped to handle the diverse challenges faced by the pharmaceutical industry.