Weekly eNewsletter 14th March 2024

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Written By Robbie Collins

The Community Pharmacy Scotland eNewsletter for Thursday 14th March 2024 has now been released.

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CPS Board Update: February Top Three Topics
CPS Board Update: February Top Three Topics

The following are the Top Three items currently under discussion and review by your CPS Board. There is no specific detail, yet, as these are currently “works in progress”. Further detail will follow as available.

New Teach & Treat Hub in Lanarkshire
New Teach & Treat Hub in Lanarkshire

North Road Pharmacy Bellshill has joined the Teach and Treat Hub locations, offering an additional opportunity for newly qualified Community Pharmacy Prescribing Pharmacists to complete their learning NES pathway and build confidence as independent prescribing practitioners.

Teach and Treat Session Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribers
Teach and Treat Session Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribers

All CPS/NES Funded Employee CPIPs, have a half day session at a Teach and Treat Hub included. This session can be booked once you have completed your qualification and the 4 Clinical Training days. 

NES Foundation Training Year (FTY) Recruitment for the 2027/28 Training Year
NES Foundation Training Year (FTY) Recruitment for the 2027/28 Training Year

OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE NOW!

Scottish Pain Pharmacy Network (SPPN)
Scottish Pain Pharmacy Network (SPPN)

Our colleagues at the Scottish Pain Pharmacy Network (SPPN) have asked us to highlight their latest newsletter.

Annie Wells MSP Visits Possil Pharmacy
Annie Wells MSP Visits Possil Pharmacy

Annie Wells MSP visits Possil Pharmacy to discuss substance use, women’s health, and community pharmacy priorities ahead of the May elections.

Medicines Care and Review (MCR) Ready Reckoner
Medicines Care and Review (MCR) Ready Reckoner

This week’s MCR Ready Reckoner has been updated and is now available to download or you can view it via the App.

Public Health Scotland Posters Dates
Public Health Scotland Posters Dates

We now have the details of the next dates for the PHS poster campaign.

Scottish Pharmacy Awards 2026
Scottish Pharmacy Awards 2026

Celebrate innovation and excellence at the Scottish Pharmacy Awards 2026, honouring leaders, achievers, and outstanding contributions across Scottish pharmacy.

Pharmacy First Rejected Items
Pharmacy First Rejected Items

Understand the top 25 Pharmacy First rejected items, why claims fail, and how to ensure compliance with NHS Scotland requirements.

PCA(P)(2026)03 - Extension To SSPs for Estradot® Transdermal Patches
PCA(P)(2026)03 - Extension To SSPs for Estradot® Transdermal Patches

UK‑wide Serious Shortage Protocols for Estradot patches and Creon 10000 capsules extended to 17 April 2026. Details for pharmacists included.

February 2026 Part 7 Publishing 
February 2026 Part 7 Publishing 

Update on February 2026 Part 7 Drug Tariff publication, adjusted January prices, and how to report tariff issues via the Shortage Reporter.

Detect Cancer Earlier: Help Us Share The ‘Early Bird’ Message
Detect Cancer Earlier: Help Us Share The ‘Early Bird’ Message

The ‘Be the Early Bird’ campaign is active again this month with PR, partnerships, digital media and the roadshows planned.

NHS NSS Practitioner Services (PSD) Customer Satisfaction Survey 2026
NHS NSS Practitioner Services (PSD) Customer Satisfaction Survey 2026

NHS NSS Practitioner Services (PSD) is running its annual Satisfaction Survey to understand how well its services are working for practitioners and where improvements would be most valuable.

Charity Golf Day - Blood Bikes Scotland
Charity Golf Day - Blood Bikes Scotland

Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS) is delighted to confirm that our 12th annual Charity Golf Day will take place on Friday 4 September.

Prescription Collection Courier Service: 5th February 2026
Prescription Collection Courier Service: 5th February 2026

Your next courier collection is scheduled for Thursday, 5th February. We have produced the following guidelines for your prescription bag submissions.

Experiential Learning (EL): Questionnaire Extension to 30th January 2026
Experiential Learning (EL): Questionnaire Extension to 30th January 2026

Our colleagues at the EL Stakeholder Steering Group have asked us to share the following stakeholder engagement questionnaire.

Looking Forward - Community Pharmacy Scotland in 2026 with Matt Barclay
Looking Forward - Community Pharmacy Scotland in 2026 with Matt Barclay

CPS Chief Executive Matt Barclay shares what 2026 looks like for Community Pharmacy Scotland and what we will be focusing on over the year ahead.

PCA(P)(2026)02 - Withdrawal of the Serious Shortage Protocols for Adipine XL
PCA(P)(2026)02 - Withdrawal of the Serious Shortage Protocols for Adipine XL

SSP withdrawal for Adipine® XL modified-release tablets, and Fixapost® preservative-free eye drops, originally due to expire on 6 February 2026, will now be withdrawn early 

Gluten Free Food Service - Feedback Request
Gluten Free Food Service - Feedback Request

We are seeking feedback from community pharmacy teams on the Gluten Free Food Service.

NHS NSS Practitioner Services (PSD) Customer Satisfaction Survey 2026
NHS NSS Practitioner Services (PSD) Customer Satisfaction Survey 2026

PSD will launch its annual Customer Satisfaction Survey on 1 February 2026, and our members are encouraged to take part.

Practice Point - Emergency Hormonal Contraception Service
Practice Point - Emergency Hormonal Contraception Service

During a recent review of the national EHC service, it was agreed that a specific practice point around the use of Ulipristal should be highlighted.

PCA(P)(2026)01 - Creon® Serious Shortage Protocol Extension
PCA(P)(2026)01 - Creon® Serious Shortage Protocol Extension

SSP extensions for Creon 10000 and 25000 have been issued. Pharmacists must review new end dates and continue limiting supply to one month.

Approved List Reporter
Approved List Reporter

On behalf of NHS Health Boards, we are collecting suggestions for amendments to the Approved List from our members and their pharmacy teams, which can be for additions to the list, replacements or deletions.

Health Protection Alert: SMA Formula Milk Recalls
Health Protection Alert: SMA Formula Milk Recalls

Our colleagues at Scottish Government have asked us to highlight the recall of specific SMA formula products and, importantly, the associated advice for healthcare teams - please see the attached information sheet for more detail.

Independent Prescribers Meeting - Thursday 5th February 2026
Independent Prescribers Meeting - Thursday 5th February 2026

Community Pharmacy Scotland will host the next Independent Prescribers meeting on Thursday 5th February 2026. If any independent prescribers in Scotland are planning to attend and have any items you would like to add to the agenda please email us.

CPS Board Update: January Top Three Topics
CPS Board Update: January Top Three Topics

The following are the Top Three items currently under discussion and review by your CPS Board. There is no specific detail, yet, as these are currently “works in progress”. Further detail will follow as available.

Mind to Mind Mental Health Campaign
Mind to Mind Mental Health Campaign

Our colleagues at Scottish Government have launched he Mind to Mind campaign which encourage people to look after their mental wellbeing. In this article you will find campaign resources that will help you spread the word within your community.

NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Updated January 2026
NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Updated January 2026

The NHS Pharmacy First Scotland approved product list has been updated for January 2026. Key changes include eczema treatments and cough remedies.

CPS Manifesto 2026: Infrastructure and Integration 
CPS Manifesto 2026: Infrastructure and Integration 

Our 2026 Manifesto calls for investment in infrastructure and integration to enable community pharmacies to deliver life-changing services.

Robbie Collins

Digital Communications Officer

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