News Coroner flags lack of clarity around expanded role of community pharmacists under Pharmacy First A coroner has questioned methotrexate guidance after a patient died after developing methotrexate-induced pancytopenia and pneumonia.…Published: 27 February 2026
Opinion The NHS ten-year plan has missed the role of pharmacy professionals in community health services Although the NHS ten-year plan offers significant opportunities for the healthcare system, it is essential that pharmacy roles within community health services are listed within the government’s workforce plan.…Published: 23 February 2026
News Pharmacy First campaign boosted public awareness and trust in pharmacy advice, says minister Pharmacy minister Stephen Kinnock said that trust in pharmacy advice rose from 61% to 70% following a promotional campaign for Pharmacy First.…Published: 11 February 2026
News Risks of nasal decongestant spray overuse need to be made clearer, says RPS The Royal Pharmaceutical Society said manufacturers must make the seven-day limit for nasal decongestant sprays clear, owing to the risk of dependency.…Published: 8 January 2026
News Initial lower threshold Pharmacy First payment was made to 1,500 pharmacies Pharmacy minister Stephen Kinnock said that the new tier of monthly payments for Pharmacy First consultations supports pharmacies with “lower potential for delivery” and has enabled more pharmacies to qualify for the fixed payments.…Published: 6 January 2026
News Health news round-up: winter pressures, weight-loss resolutions and well being for the new year and beyond A weekly summary of important developments in health news that you may have missed and what we can expect going into 2026.…Published: 2 January 2026
Opinion Top ten opinion articles of 2025 The Pharmaceutical Journal has showcased a diverse range of views in 2025, covering workforce challenges, policy shifts and patient-centred care.…Published: 22 December 2025
Feature Pills, policy and prescribing: 2025 in numbers From medicines spending to the ten-year health plan, 2025 has been a noteworthy year for statistics. We present our top picks and headline numbers from our coverage across pharmacy this year.…Published: 18 December 2025
Opinion PJ view: the forthcoming ten-year workforce plan must be more than ‘numbers’ While investment in pharmacy is much needed, it is crucial that the workforce plan takes into account the support and development that individual pharmacy staff need to deliver the best care possible.…Published: 15 December 2025
News Flu cases rise as data predict ‘record high’ number of urgent repeat prescription requests Experts have urged eligible patients to take up their offer of a free flu vaccine as cases rise across Great Britain.…Published: 12 December 2025
