The Royal Pharmaceutical Society is now the Royal College of Pharmacy.
We are the professional leadership body for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.
The transition from a trainee to an independent pharmacist takes time.
With real-time practical support we’ll help you develop the capability, confidence and professional judgement you need to practice safely and effectively.
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Pharmacy: Delivering a Healthier Wales.
From thought-provoking presentations and examples of innovation to conversations and new connections, today has shown the energy and ambition across pharmacy in Wales.
Pharmacy is “at the heart” of improving health and care in Wales, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care Mabon ap Gwynfor told our Welsh conference today.
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We’re here at Pharmacy: Delivering a Healthier Wales Conference in Cardiff.
We’re looking forward to a day of learning and discussion, chaired by Chris Martin OBE, Chair of The ‘Pharmacy: Delivering a Healthier Wales’ Delivery Board.
A message from Professor Claire Anderson thanking all pharmacists and pharmacy teams across every care setting, who make a critical difference to patients' lives every day.
Today on #WPD2026 we celebrate the profession’s contributions to better health outcomes.
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The RCPharm Emergency Supply Guide has recently been updated to reflect some of the national work around time critical medicines.
It outlines the different mechanisms for supplying medicines in an emergency and the key considerations that should be made.
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Emergency supply
Pharmacy guide
Scotland's drug deaths increased by 11% in 2025.
RCPharm Scotland is calling on the Scottish Government to take action and fully implement recommendations made in our report on pharmacy's role in reducing harm and preventing drug deaths: ow.ly/rLcl50ZQTxE
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Scottish Government must take further action to tackle drug deaths says the Royal College of Pharmacy
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New to the Prescribing Development Programme: Deprescribing podcast
This podcast discussion explores deprescribing as an integral component of prescribing practice.
Listen to this podcast and access all the previous components of the programme here: ow.ly/xZPO50ZQRoO
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Prescribing Development Programme
Enhancing your prescribing practice
At the RCPharm Annual Conference this year, take part in the interactive education zone, delivered in collaboration with @UKCPA, and enhance your consultation skills through hands-on practical training sessions.
Register now: ow.ly/G8r850ZQxag#RCPharmConf26
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Annual Conference 2026
Leading Excellence in Pharmacy - Collaboration, Innovation and Impact
Friday 6 November
Convene, 133 Houndsditch, London or online
How can PRF credentialing support you as an early career pharmacist?
Sophie White shares how it has helped her take a more structured approach to professional development, strengthen her confidence and gain greater clarity about her future career.
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Sophie White
Specialist Rotational Pharmacist
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
How PRF credentialing has supported my development as an early career pharmacist
Blog
Celebrating 21 years since the introduction of consultant level pharmacists, this year’s workforce summit will focus on the value and impact of consultant level pharmacists on leading the safe and effective use of medicines across systems.
Contact events@rcpharm.org for info.
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Consultant Workforce Summit 2026
21 Years of Consultant Pharmacists: Leading Impact, Shaping the Future
Tuesday 6 October 2026 | 10.30am - 5pm
66-68 East Smithfield, London, E1W 1AW
Pharmacy: Delivering a Healthier Wales Conference 2026
Trailblazer Talks will shine a spotlight on pharmacy professionals from across Wales who are turning the Pharmacy: Delivering a Healthier Wales vision into action.
Last chance to book your place: ow.ly/Jrkz50ZNOn9
In October we're hosting a Black History Month event dedicated to celebrating the people, cultures and collective experiences that have shaped and continue to strengthen the pharmacy profession.
Book your place: events.rcpharm.org/ereg/newr…
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Black History Month Celebrations 2026 - Honouring Our Communities
Thursday 8 October 2026, 5pm - 8pm
66-68 East Smithfield, London E1W 1AW or Online
In collaboration with APTUK, FPLN, PToC, UKBPA, GHP, BPSA and Pharmacy Business
A patient can be “stable on paper” while still carrying medicines-related risk. Amarata Gill-Surae explores prescribing inertia and why reviewing whether medicines are still needed should be a routine part of structured medication review: bit.ly/3TXtZxl
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Amarata Gill-Surae
Frailty Pharmacist at Staying Well Service, Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Stability on paper, risk in practice: deprescribing, a leadership challenge for neighbourhood health
Blog
We have published an updated position setting out new expectations for pharmacists providing non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including the clinical experience, supervised practice and competence needed to practise safely.
Read more: bit.ly/4AqguqB
Apply reflective practice techniques to evaluate experiences, identify strengths and development needs, and use learning to improve future practice.
Topic 8 of the Getting Started Toolkit for newly qualified pharmacists: rcpharm.org/for-newly-qualif…
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In our latest RCPharm blog, chair of the steering committee that shaped the new Enhanced credential Professor Rikki Goddard-Fuller reflects on the importance of the work for pharmacists, patients and the health system.
Read the blog: bit.ly/4rCNsjL
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Professor Rikki Goddard-Fuller
Chair, Enhanced Curriculum Steering Group
Enhanced credentialing: Getting it right for patients
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Our support line offers real time guidance to newly qualified prescribing pharmacists.
Our team of experienced advisors are here to give you guidance and support in your
prescribing decisions.
Find out more: ow.ly/NOtr50Zua2L
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Professor Mahendra Patel OBE, Vice President of the Royal College of Pharmacy has supported Northern Ireland’s first Mobile Health Research Service, bringing research directly to underserved communities to make participation more accessible and inclusive: bit.ly/4y7gF8I
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As Yom Kippur approaches, make sure you feel confident supporting people who fast.
Our fasting guide covers practical tips for supporting people who fast, including advice on medicine use and resources to help with your clinical queries.
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