Prescription Collection: 21st April 2026
Published: 17th April 2026
Your next courier collection is scheduled for Tuesday, 21st April 2026 2026. We have produced the following guidelines for your prescription bag submissions.
What to Expect?
The Royal Mail / Parcelforce driver will bring a label with them at the time of collection
The driver must attach the label to the prescription bag while on the pharmacy premises
Bag Usage
Use two bags if you have more than 6,000 forms.
If you need additional bags please call us on 0131 467 7766.
Keep Stock Orders & PC70s separate.
Secure the prescriptions tightly with rubber bands before placing them in the bags.
Please Call Us If
You need additional prescription bags
A driver arrives without identification or a label
The courier does not arrive
If you have any questions or concerns
You can contact us on 0131 467 7766 and / or email us by hitting the button below and we’ll be happy to help.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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The next courier collection is scheduled for Tuesday, 21st April 2026.
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Yes. The Royal Mail / Parcelforce driver will bring the label and attach it on the pharmacy premises.
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Two bags should be used if there are more than 6,000 forms.
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Pharmacies should contact CPS by calling 0131 467 7766 or by email if the courier does not arrive, arrives without identification or labels, or if additional bags are required.
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Your next courier collection is scheduled for Tuesday, 21st April 2026. We have produced the following guidelines for your prescription bag submissions.