Performers list could provide alternative to fitness-to-practise referrals, says RCPharm In written evidence to the House of Commons, the Royal College of Pharmacy suggested that a performers list for pharmacy could be one approach to ensuring that healthcare professionals are qualified and competent to offer “safe and effective care”.…
The GPhC must demonstrate equivalence before shortening the international registration route Why a faster, more flexible prescribing qualification route can only be justified if the General Pharmaceutical Council demonstrates that it delivers the same standards, responsibilities and public confidence as the existing pathway.…
Social media companies must prioritise registered pharmacies to protect patients, says regulator The General Pharmaceutical Council said that it wants faster removal of illegal sites by internet companies and improved public awareness campaigns on illegal online pharmacies.…
Pharmacy regulator warns against promotion of prescription weight-loss medicines A notice has reminded businesses that they cannot advertise prescription-only medicines or prescription-only medical treatments to the public.…
Regulator investigating pharmacists following report on gender prescribing at GP practice Exclusive: The General Pharmaceutical Council said it opened its investigation after a report revealed how “potential harm” had been caused to 78 children and young people seeking support for gender dysphoria or incongruence.…
GPhC chair among pharmacists celebrated in King’s Birthday Honours Gisela Abbam, chair of the General Pharmaceutical Council, has been recognised for her services to pharmacy.…
Kathie Cashell: ‘You can’t protect the public without an empowered profession’ As fitness-to-practise complaints to the General Pharmaceutical Council hit record highs, we spoke to new chief executive Kathie Cashell about her priorities for the organisation and the improvements she wants to deliver.…
Regulator vows to prioritise racism review recommendations General Pharmaceutical Council chief executive, Kathie Cashell, said “urgent, demonstrable and visible action is needed by all leaders”, following the publication of the Mann review.…
CPE committee minutes reveal concerns over proposed regulatory changes following Jhoots failures Members of a Community Pharmacy England committee said regulatory changes should not be made until it is made clear that they were “needed and would address the issues”.…
Regulator appoints council members for 2026 and 2027 The newly appointed members to the governing council comprise a range of backgrounds, which include pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.…
