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The PDA (Pharmacists’ Defence Association)
The PDA is a not-for-profit organisation which supports the needs of individual employed and locum pharmacists and pharmacy students and, when necessary, defends their reputation. With more than 37,000 members we are the largest pharmacist membership organisation and the only independent trade union exclusively for pharmacists in the UK.
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Sun 5th May 2024
The PDA
The PDA has launched its summary of the PDA Pharmacy Technicians Report for members. The summary outlines the key points and recommendations made in 2019.
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Fri 3rd May 2024
The PDA
PDA Director of Public Affairs, Claire Ward, has become the first person to serve as Regional Mayor for the East Midlands.
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Fri 3rd May 2024
The PDA
The PDA is unable to recommend reliance upon the guidance published by the Digital Clinical Excellence (DiCE) as it conflicts with an expert report commissioned by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The report is currently being used to prosecute significant numbers of pharmacist prescribers who use a questionnaire-based model of consultation.
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Wed 1st May 2024
The PDA
The PDA is opposed to the decision to increase prescription charges from £9.65 to £9.90 per item with effect from 1 May 2024.
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Mon 29th April 2024
The PDA
This month, learn about how we are defending our members by fighting the discrimination they face and how the Pharmacy First thresholds are adding pressure on pharmacists. Plus, read about some useful resources that will support you in your career!
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Supporting pharmacists during Covid-19
Learn how the PDA is supporting pharmacists in the fight against Covid-19...
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New Scheme For GP Practice-Based Pharmacists
Learn more about how the PDA is keeping you covered...
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PDA MEMBER NETWORKS
Learn about the PDA's Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Networks...
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Sun 5th May 2024
The PDA
The PDA has launched its summary of the PDA Pharmacy Technicians Report for members. The summary outlines the key points and recommendations made in 2019.
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Fri 3rd May 2024
The PDA
The PDA is unable to recommend reliance upon the guidance published by the Digital Clinical Excellence (DiCE) as it conflicts with an expert report commissioned by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The report is currently being used to prosecute significant numbers of pharmacist prescribers who use a questionnaire-based model of consultation.
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Tue 2nd April 2024
The PDA
The PDA has launched a survey to ask pharmacist independent prescribers about their views on Designated Prescribing Practitioners (DPPs). The responses will support the PDA’s policies and stakeholder engagement activities regarding independent prescribers.
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Mon 29th April 2024
The PDA
This month, learn about how we are defending our members by fighting the discrimination they face and how the Pharmacy First thresholds are adding pressure on pharmacists. Plus, read about some useful resources that will support you in your career!
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Wed 3rd April 2024
The PDA
PDA Education provides FREE training and support to PDA members. This newsletter highlights the latest activities, training opportunities, and support available.
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Tue 26th March 2024
The PDA
This month, learn about the latest ways we are representing your interests and raising your concerns with the government. We also announce the appointment of our new PDA Director of Pharmacy, Jay Badenhorst. Plus, find out about the range of upcoming FREE events and courses designed to support you in your career.
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and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Register No 307063)
The PDA Union is recognised by the Certification Officer as an independent trade union.
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