Published: 27th March 2026
Due to the day on which the 1st of March 2026 falls, this will result in the February adjusted prices being finalised early next week commencing Monday the 2nd of March and in turn the March Part 7 file being agreed and published just after.
As always if you have any queries or issues with Drug Tariff lines which are not available at or below the listed price, please use our Shortage Reporter.
You can also contact us on either 0131 467 7766 or at pharmacy.services@cps.scot.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Because of the day on which 1 March 2026 falls, the February adjusted prices are being finalised early, commencing Monday 2 March 2026. As a result, the March Part 7 file will be agreed and published just after this process.
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February adjusted prices will be finalised early next week, commencing Monday 2 March 2026.
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The March Part 7 file will be agreed and published shortly after the February adjusted prices have been finalised.
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You should report the issue using the Shortage Reporter.
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You can contact the team on 0131 467 7766 or email pharmacy.services@cps.scot.
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