CPS Board Update: May 2026 Top Three Items
Published: 14th May 2026
The CPS Board is currently discussing and reviewing the following top three items. While these are still "works in progress" and specific details are not yet available, further information will be provided as it becomes available.
There is no specific detail, yet, as these are currently “works in progress”. Further detail will follow as available.
The Pharmacy First subgroup of the Board presented their first report to the whole group. This was approved, allowing the subgroup to move onto their next focus topic of education, training and governance.
The Board had a focussed discussion on adjusted price processes, agreeing a short term improvement proposal to go to key stakeholders and noting that the longer term strategy should be kept under review as part of the wider negotiations.
Board members reviewed the agenda and workshop detail for the Council meeting the following day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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It provides an overview of three priority items currently being discussed by the CPS Board.
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The Board approved the first report from the Pharmacy First subgroup, allowing it to move on to education, training and governance.
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The Board agreed a short‑term improvement proposal and noted that longer‑term strategy should remain under review.
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Yes. Board members reviewed the agenda and workshop details for the Council meeting the following day.
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