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• The England Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey – what does the data tell us?

  Wed 3rd June 2026 The PDA

  The PDA shares new analysis of the latest England Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey 2025 (CPWS) and places it in the wider context of the current and future pharmacy workforce in England. 

• Protecting patient confidentiality: a professional reminder on accessing records

  Wed 3rd June 2026 The PDA

  The PDA is issuing pharmacists a timely reminder of the professional obligations when accessing patient records, and the very real regulatory consequences where those obligations are breached. 

• Insight Online – May 2026

  Fri 29th May 2026 Charlotte Haile

  This month, we highlight key developments in pharmacy practice, including updates on Health Ministers and the Single Patient Record. We also share advice on working in hot weather and guidance for trainee pharmacists ahead of the June 2026 assessment. Plus, meet the PDA Education team, committed to helping you grow and thrive in pharmacy, and explore upcoming FREE training and support available exclusively to PDA members. 

• PDA responds to expansion of Pharmacy First to include independent prescribing

  Fri 29th May 2026 The PDA

  The Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA) has responded to the government’s announcement that Pharmacy First services will be expanded to include independent prescribing from Autumn 2026. Workforce capacity and safe staffing models must be addressed to ensure successful delivery. 

• PDA celebrates 185 years of Pharmacist Support with an additional £4,270 donation

  Fri 29th May 2026 The PDA

  The Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA) has marked a significant milestone by announcing a £4,270 donation to Pharmacist Support. This donation was generated through a dedicated member contribution campaign celebrating 185 years of pharmacist support. Total donations from the PDA to this important charity now exceed £350,000.  

• PDA Union – 2026 AGM calling notice

  Thu 28th May 2026 PDA Union

  The PDA Union Annual General Meeting will be held face-to-face on Thursday 25 June 2026. PDA members wishing to attend will need to register before close of business on Thursday 18 June.  

• Pharmacist oversight vital as millions risk addiction from over the counter medicines

  Thu 28th May 2026 The PDA

  The Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA) is highlighting the critical importance of pharmacist involvement in the sale and supply of Pharmacy (P) medicines. This follows new media reporting that millions of people across the UK may be at risk of addiction to medicines purchased without a prescription. 

• PDA Emerging Leaders Programme returns following successful first cohort

  Wed 27th May 2026 The PDA

  The PDA’s Emerging Leaders Programme is set to return this summer following the success of its inaugural cohort, which ran from October 2025 to March 2026. Designed for pharmacy students and early-career pharmacists, the programme provides a structured and supportive introduction to leadership within the profession. 

• MLAs respond to GP Federation Pharmacists’ call for pay equity

  Wed 27th May 2026 The PDA

  A PDA campaign to seek Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) support to address pay disparities is generating action at Stormont. 

• Extreme May heat highlights growing risks in pharmacy workplaces

  Tue 26th May 2026 The PDA

  As the UK experiences one of its hottest Mays on record, the PDA is warning that extreme temperatures are becoming an increasing workplace risk. With heatwave conditions arriving earlier and reaching unprecedented levels, employers must take proactive steps to protect pharmacists and pharmacy teams. 

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