Key Summary
- RPS opens nominations for the first-ever National Pharmacy Advisory Councils
- Members can shape the future of pharmacy and the new Royal College
- Nominations close 2 Feb 2026 for eligible pharmacists across the UK
The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has declared open the nominations for the inaugural elections to the National Pharmacy Advisory Council in England, Scotland, and Wales from Monday (5).
The winners will be able to contribute to pharmacy policies as well as to the administration of the new Royal College.
The elected members will take up roles such as president, vice-president, in the royal college governance structure.
The RPS assembly had on January 2 approved the elections after a discussion by its members.
As per the eligibility criteria, only an RPS member (MRPharms) or a Fellow (FRPharms) can contest in the election.
Anyone willing to nominate themselves must be a member or a fellow by 5 pm on 29 January.
They must be a current registrant with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and stand for the Council in the nation where they work.
There can be two nominators (a Proposer and a Seconder) who are RPS members as well.
“These elections mark a historic moment as we move towards becoming the Royal College of Pharmacy later this year,” said Professor Claire Anderson, RPS President.
“Now is your chance to step forward, make a difference and bring your unique perspective to shaping and influencing pharmacy policy and practice in your nation,” she added.
RPS chief executive Paul Bennett said, “ If you’re passionate about pharmacy, please consider standing for election to the new National Pharmacy Advisory Councils and help shape the future.”
The nominations close on 2 February 2026, Monday at 5 pm.
