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• Student Newsletter – July 2026

  Thu 9th July 2026 The PDA

  In this edition, read about the leadership journey from a two time award winning pharmacy student. Here you can access two guides specifically designed to help students set smart goals and support them on their placements. Finally, learn more about the PDA's EDI Networks Conference 2026 and one students experience of the event.  

• We’re Hiring: National Officer

  Tue 7th July 2026 The PDA

  Join the PDA Union and make a real impact on the future of the pharmacist profession. 

• Returning to pharmacy after parenthood: a profession that must do better

  Tue 7th July 2026 The PDA

  In our latest member voice, an anonymous pharmacist shares their experience of returning to work after having a child and calls for greater flexibility and support for parents in pharmacy. 

• NHS England launch “Staff Standards”

  Mon 6th July 2026 The PDA

  The NHS staff standards set national minimum employment requirements to improve staff experience, outlining employer actions and what staff can expect. 

• Regional Committees collaborate to address sector pressures

  Thu 2nd July 2026 The PDA

  The PDA’s Regional Committees have met for their third round of meetings in 2026, bringing together representatives from across the profession to discuss the challenges facing pharmacists working in community, hospital, primary care and locum roles. 

• PDA membership increases for 23rd year in succession

  Mon 29th June 2026 The PDA

  The PDA is celebrating another year of growth after the latest audited membership numbers were reported to the PDA Union Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday 25 June 2026. 

• SMART goals: a guide for pharmacy students

  Thu 25th June 2026 The PDA

  Many pharmacy students report that setting goals during their MPharm degree can feel challenging, and at times may lead to unrealistic expectations. In response, the PDA has developed a practical guide to support students in setting effective goals and understanding how to achieve them. 

• PDA members unite at national meeting to address the NHS reorganisation impact

  Wed 24th June 2026 The PDA

  Over 120 members recently attended a national PDA member meeting for pharmacists working within Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and Commissioning Support Units (CSUs). Members were updated on the PDA’s ongoing work to ensure members’ views are raised and challenge bad practice. They were also given the opportunity to share their concerns amid ongoing organisational restructuring.  

• PDA EDI Networks Conference 2026 champions inclusive pharmacy practice

  Tue 23rd June 2026 The PDA

  Pharmacists, pharmacy students and trainees from across the UK gathered on 6 June 2026 for the PDA’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Networks Conference, a dynamic event focused on advancing inclusivity within the profession.  

• Have your say: Consultation on pharmacy premises fees in Northern Ireland

  Sat 20th June 2026 The PDA

  The Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has launched a consultation on pharmacy premises fees, and the PDA is encouraging all members based in Northern Ireland to take the opportunity to share their views. 

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