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CPS welcomes conscientious objection clause in Scotland’s assisted dying Bill

Pharmacists who do not want to supply drugs to help terminally ill patients die could opt out.

05 Aug 2024 , 2 Min Article

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NPA: Scottish Government must compensate pharmacies left in “financial chaos” by faulty system

The NPA says some pharmacies are facing shortfalls of tens of thousands of pounds due to faulty payment system.

26 Jul 2024 , 3 Min Article

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‘No quick fix’ to prescribing system glitch in Scotland, says CPS

Community Pharmacy Scotland said an issue with the Vision GP prescribing system may cause confusion for pharmacies.

15 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Huge spike in dispensing over Easter

Pharmacies in Scotland processed six times as many items on Easter Monday than they normally would, CPS has said.

17 Apr 2020 , 1 Min Article

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CPS clarifies funding for Easter opening in Scotland

...and allocates £700 per pharmacy to cover costs of PPE and protective measures

09 Apr 2020 , 1 Min Article

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