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PDA invites MSPs to ‘meet the pharmacists’ in Scottish Parliament
Fri 4th April 2025
The PDA joined Jackie Baillie MSP at an event which encouraged politicians from all parties in Scotland to hear first-hand about the contribution that pharmacists are making to the health of the nation.
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Using social media responsibly: Guidance for pharmacists
Thu 3rd April 2025
The use of social media is featuring more in cases that are supported by the PDA. Therefore, the PDA has shared considerations that should help keep pharmacists away from such situations where they may find themselves under scrutiny.
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My experience of the Fitness to Practice process and the PDA support provided
Tue 1st April 2025
In this Member Voice article a PDA student member (that wishes to remain anonymous) shares their experience of being referred to the GPhC’s Fitness to Practice process and describes how the PDA has supported them throughout the process.
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PDA Union National Executive Committee: by-election for Southeast Region (Region 4)
Mon 31st March 2025
Nominations are open to fill a casual vacancy on the PDA Union National Executive Committee. The successful candidate will be expected to serve for the period to 31 March 2028.
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Government’s pharmacy funding uplift fails to address workforce consultation and historic underfunding
Mon 31st March 2025
The recent announcement of a funding uplift for community pharmacies in England has been lauded as a significant step towards stabilising the community pharmacy sector and creating a sustainable future.
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My future as a locum pharmacist
Mon 31st March 2025
In this Member Voice article, PDA member and locum pharmacist, Emma Richmond reflects on working as a locum pharmacist over the years. Emma also questions whether there is a future for her working as a locum pharmacist or if she should pursue other roles in order to earn a reasonable wage.
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Boots Newsletter – March 2025
Fri 28th March 2025
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Navigating the transition of the RPS from a members’ body to a charity; the Royal College of Pharmacy
Fri 28th March 2025
The special resolution vote of members and fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) indicated that 22% of the RPS’s 19,594 eligible voting members voted to transform into a Charity called the Royal College of Pharmacy.
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NAWP Network shares Fawcett Society initiative on using storytelling to enact change
Thu 27th March 2025
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, former NAWP President Naina Chotai shares her experience of attending a Fawcett Society talk “Storytelling and Activism through a Feminist Lens.” This event explored how documentaries and investigative journalism challenge injustice, amplify women’s voices, and drive feminist activism.
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PDA Rep shares key takeaways from Scottish Hazards conference
Wed 26th March 2025
Gordon Finlayson, PDA National Executive member for Scotland & Northern Ireland and a PDA Rep at Boots, shares his experience of attending the Scottish Hazards conference.