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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Adjusted Prices Review September 2025.
Adjusted Prices Review September 2025.

Community Pharmacy Scotland reviews adjusted prices with Public Health Scotland. View stabilised lines and continue reporting shortages to support price negotiations.

September 2025 Part 7 Publishing 
September 2025 Part 7 Publishing 

Please note, due to ongoing discussions with PHS & Scottish Government the final round of Adjusted Prices for August 2025 are likely to be agreed and published tomorrow Tuesday 2nd of September.

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.

PCA(P)(2025)20 - New PGDs for UTIs and Impetigo in NHS Pharmacy First Scotland
PCA(P)(2025)20 - New PGDs for UTIs and Impetigo in NHS Pharmacy First Scotland

Updated PGDs for UTIs and impetigo approved for NHS Pharmacy First Scotland. Health Boards to implement locally.

Prescription Courier Changes
Prescription Courier Changes

Royal Mail has made changes to how prescriptions are collected. Scanning now happens at the depot, not at pickup but your schedule stays the same.

NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Updated September 2025
NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Updated September 2025

Pharmacy First Scotland product list updates on 1 September 2025. QV Skin Lotion removed from NHS Borders, Fife & Lothian emollient options.

Gateway C Learning Resource
Gateway C Learning Resource

Gateway C supports early cancer diagnosis with free NHS-funded courses for healthcare professionals. Accessible, practical, and confidence-building.

Addition of Dapagliflozin to Part 7
Addition of Dapagliflozin to Part 7

Dapagliflozin tablets added to Scottish Drug Tariff from 1st Sept 2025. Generic prices reduced following patent ruling.

My Quit Journey: Completed
My Quit Journey: Completed

Twelve weeks ago, I walked into my local community pharmacy with hope, a little trepidation, and a long history of failed attempts to quit smoking.

PCA(P)(2025)19 - Update to Drug Tariff Part 11 Clawback Rate
PCA(P)(2025)19 - Update to Drug Tariff Part 11 Clawback Rate

The Part 11 clawback rate has been reset to 0% from 1 July 2025. Future reviews will follow 2026/27 survey results. Full details in PCA(P)(2025)13.

Independent Prescribers Meeting: Thursday 28th August 2025
Independent Prescribers Meeting: Thursday 28th August 2025

We are pleased to confirm that the next Independent Prescribers meeting will take place on Thursday 28th August 2025.

NES Webinars: Enhancing Experiential Learning for Pharmacy Students
NES Webinars: Enhancing Experiential Learning for Pharmacy Students

Join NES webinars to explore practical strategies for hosting pharmacy students and enhancing experiential learning across Scotland.

Student Health - NHS 24 Campaign Information Pack 2025
Student Health - NHS 24 Campaign Information Pack 2025

NHS 24’s student health campaign offers advice on GP registration, vaccines, mental health, and NHS services. Share with pharmacy teams.

CPS Board Reviews Key Priorities August 2025
CPS Board Reviews Key Priorities August 2025

CPS Board is reviewing its 2026 election manifesto, joining a new PMR forum, and shaping the future of Pharmacy First. Updates to follow.

Prescription Courier Update: What’s Changing
Prescription Courier Update: What’s Changing

Royal Mail has made changes to how prescriptions are collected. Scanning now happens at the depot, not at pickup but your schedule stays the same.

Public Health Alert: Nitazenes
Public Health Alert: Nitazenes

Public Health Scotland issues alert on Nitazenes, potent synthetic opioids linked to rising overdoses. Resources available for pharmacy teams and training.

Public Health Window Posters and Holders
Public Health Window Posters and Holders

Need a replacement Public Health poster or holder? Contact stockorders.DPPAS@theapsgroup.com. Current campaign: Lyme Disease. Digital assets available.

Independent Prescribers: Useful Websites
Independent Prescribers: Useful Websites

In the past, Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS) maintained a Useful Websites page tailored to the needs of Independent Prescribers, and we’re now working to rebuild and refresh that page.

Courier Bag Allocations
Courier Bag Allocations

We are currently working on your next allocation of courier bags.

Deletion from Part 7 as of 1st August 2025
Deletion from Part 7 as of 1st August 2025

The new updated version of Part 7 is now available for August 2025. In this month there is one deletion to Part 7 of the drug tariff we wanted to make you aware of.

Prescription Collection Courier Service: 7th August 2025
Prescription Collection Courier Service: 7th August 2025

Next prescription courier collection is 7th August 2025. Follow bagging guidelines and include GP34 forms..

August 2025 Part 7 Publishing
August 2025 Part 7 Publishing

Please note: Due to ongoing discussions with PHS and the Scottish Government, the final round of Adjusted Prices for July 2025 is likely to be agreed and published no later than Tuesday 5th August.

Upcoming Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey - September 2025
Upcoming Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey - September 2025

In September 2025, NES Pharmacy, in partnership with Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS), will be coordinating the next national community pharmacy workforce survey.

Update on Community Optometry Prescribing and Implications for Pharmacy
Update on Community Optometry Prescribing and Implications for Pharmacy

Community pharmacists are being advised of upcoming changes to prescribing arrangements under General Ophthalmic Services, which may affect the volume and nature of prescriptions they receive.

Minister Visits Paisley Pharmacy to See Quit Smoking Service in Action
Minister Visits Paisley Pharmacy to See Quit Smoking Service in Action

Public Health Minister Jenni Minto visited Abbey Chemist in Paisley this week to see first-hand the vital role community pharmacies play in helping people quit smoking through the NHS Quit Your Way service.

My Quit Journey Eight Weeks Smoke Free with the Varenicline Service
My Quit Journey Eight Weeks Smoke Free with the Varenicline Service

Eight weeks smoke-free with the help of Varenicline, and I am beginning to notice a real shift. Smoking no longer feels like a constant temptation. That change has come gradually, and it is starting to feel natural thank to the Varenicline service and the team at my local community pharmacy.

Pharmacy Intervention Leads to Timely Lyme Disease Treatment
Pharmacy Intervention Leads to Timely Lyme Disease Treatment

A community pharmacy consultation has played a vital role in the early detection and treatment of a suspected case of Lyme disease, thanks to the vigilance of an Independent Prescribing (IP) Pharmacist and the power of public health awareness.

Nic’s Wee Wanderers Lace Up for Life-Saving Blood Bikes Scotland
Nic’s Wee Wanderers Lace Up for Life-Saving Blood Bikes Scotland

Our very own Audit and Services Assistant Emma Ramage is fundraising with a group of her determined friends who are walking in support of Blood Bikes Scotland in honour of their friend, Nic.

Call for Community Pharmacists to Support Foundation Training Year Development
Call for Community Pharmacists to Support Foundation Training Year Development

Our colleagues at NHS Education for Scotland (NES) are seeking community pharmacist members to join the Pharmacy Foundation Training Year (FTY) Development and Delivery Group.

PVG Certificate Sharing 
PVG Certificate Sharing 

You will receive email confirmation from Disclosure Scotland once your certificate has been granted and ready to view through your ScotAccount. 

Robbie Collins

Digital Communications Officer

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