Scottish Parliament Elections Outcome
Published: 14th May 2026
In the run-up to the recent election, we spent time with candidates and parties across the political spectrum to lobby for our CPS Manifesto ambitions to be adopted and championed by whoever formed the next Government.
We have since carried out an analysis of all of the parties' manifesto commitments and are pleased to see that there is significant opportunity for us to carry on this engagement post-election, as there are strong common themes of investing more in preventative health and community care initiatives. We are keeping a close eye on developments at the Scottish Parliament this week to inform our strategy going forward - keep an eye on this space for updates on our progress!
As always, if you are approached by your local MSP or are thinking of engaging with them, the Policy team at CPS are able to provide you with support - just get in touch via enquiries@cps.scot or call into the office.
The Sustainable Prescribing and Therapeutics Programme, are seeking examples of best practice in effective medicines use and approaches on reducing medicines waste within different healthcare settings
New drug death figures reinforce the need for a nationally commissioned substance use service and a stronger role for community pharmacy.
Updates to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List from October 2026, including new formulary entries and eczema products.
Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS) has agreed a funding settlement with the Scottish Government for 2026/27, providing increased funding certainty for Scotland's community pharmacy network.
This week’s MCR Ready Reckoner has been updated and is now available to download or you can view it via the App.
Details of the 2026/27 community pharmacy funding package, including Global Sum, guaranteed funding and remuneration arrangements.
The Scottish Parliament recently debated the growing challenge of health misinformation, including its impact on public confidence in healthcare and vaccination programmes.
Important information on Post Registration Foundation Training and Community Pharmacist Independent Prescriber training opportunities.
Applications are open until 30 September 2026 for the Post-Registration Programme for Pharmacists (Scotland).
A reminder for contractors to review PVG Scheme membership records and ensure relevant pharmacy staff are correctly linked to their employer.
A new Video Remote Interpreting pilot will launch in community pharmacies on 5 October 2026 to support BSL users accessing services.
Guidance on the 2026/27 winter flu and COVID-19 vaccination programme, including eligibility, timings, vaccine products and delivery arrangements.
The opportunities and risks for community pharmacy as Scotland considers major NHS structural reform.
New GPhC advice highlights key considerations for newly qualified prescribing pharmacists, employers and managers.
The opportunities and risks for community pharmacy as Scotland considers major NHS structural reform.
Please find below the NHS Circulars PCA(P)(2026)14 and PCA(P)(2026)15, advising that Serious Shortage Protocols (SSPs) are in place to help mitigate supply issues affecting lansoprazole 15mg and 30mg orodispersible tablets.
Our colleagues at the British Society of Pharmacy Sleep Services have spent some time with us to highlight and explain their participation in AWAKE Check study and tool.
The Community Pharmacy Network included in the Scottish Government Health and Care Improving Flow Plan.
NHS 24 is promoting student health resources covering NHS services, vaccinations, mental health, sexual health and primary care.
The programme (Supporting documents - Programme for Government 2026 to 2031 - gov.scot) proposes radical reshaping of Scotland’s public services, focusing on structural reform rather than just new spending or isolated policy pledges.
Community Pharmacy Scotland’s response to the UK-wide consultation on Tobacco and Vapes: Packaging, Appearance and Display.
The GPhC is reviewing the route to registration in Great Britain for pharmacists who qualified outside the EEA, the EFTA countries and Switzerland.
The CPS Charity Golf Day 2026 raised a record-breaking £10,063.32 for Blood Bikes Scotland.
Over recent weeks we have seen a growing number of enquiries from members of the public asking us to provide the NHS PFS service, with the pattern most pronounced in the evenings and at weekends.
Our colleagues at PSDS have shared with us the link to their latest podcast, where the guests speak through early careers development for Pharmacists in Scotland
A weekly snapshot of CPS activity including policy work, digital developments and stakeholder engagement across community pharmacy.
The CPS Golf Day is Teeing off tomorrow at 10:30am at the prestigious Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort
Our colleagues at Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSDS) have shared the latest newsletter from the DPDP programme
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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CPS engaged with candidates and parties across the political spectrum to promote its Manifesto ambitions.
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CPS has analysed party manifesto commitments and identified opportunities for continued engagement.
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Common themes include investment in preventative health and community care initiatives.
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CPS is closely watching developments at the Scottish Parliament to inform future strategy.
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Yes. The CPS Policy team can provide support if members are approached by MSPs or wish to engage with them.
Policy & Development Pharmacist

October 2026 Scottish Drug Tariff changes including Part 7 additions, deletions and updates to adjusted price arrangements.