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The content below contains the latest news affecting community pharmacy owners and their teams throughout Scotland. If you can’t find something or you have a question please get in touch with us at webteam@cps.scot
Community Pharmacy Representation at Scottish Party Conferences
Last Friday, the Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS) Policy team attended both the Scottish Conservative and Scottish Liberal Democrat party conferences.
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.
Gordon Winter Talks Co-Codamal on BBC Radio Scotland
Check out our Policy & Development Officer, Gordon Winter, speaking to BBC Radio Scotland yesterday about the shortage of prescription-strength co-codamol.
Raising Awareness of the “Nip It In The Bud” Campaign
Learn how the Nip It In The Bud campaign supports early cancer detection in farming and rural communities through awareness and community pharmacy support.
GPhC Consultation on Responsible & Superintendent Pharmacists
Read our response to the GPhC consultation on draft rules and standards for Responsible and Superintendent Pharmacists, following legislative changes in 2022.
Prescription Collection Courier Service: 19th February 2026
Your next courier collection is scheduled for Thursday, 19th February. We have produced the following guidelines for your prescription bag submissions.
Pharmacist Manager, Fife
Join Davidsons Chemists in Newburgh, Fife as Pharmacist Manager. Lead a community‑focused team with excellent support, benefits, and development.
Pharmacist Manager, Oban
Join M&D Green Oban as a Pharmacist Manager. Lead a strong team, support patient care, and enjoy excellent benefits. Apply today.
Pharmacist Manager, Stranraer
Join M&D Green Stranraer as a Pharmacist Manager. Lead a great team, develop your career, and enjoy excellent benefits. Apply today.
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
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
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
OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE NOW!
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 to discuss substance use, women’s health, and community pharmacy priorities ahead of the May elections.
Pharmacist Manager, Dunfermline
Willow Pharmacy in Dunfermline seeks a Pharmacist Manager to lead services, support patients, and drive business growth. Competitive salary and benefits.
Pharmacy Technician, Kirkcaldy
Join Dysart Pharmacy in Kirkcaldy as a Pharmacy Technician. Full-time role with training, clinical services, and career development opportunities.
Public Health Scotland Posters Dates
We now have the details of the next dates for the PHS poster campaign.
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
Understand the top 25 Pharmacy First rejected items, why claims fail, and how to ensure compliance with NHS Scotland requirements.
