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Assisted Dying: RPS Scotland supports pharmacists’ right to opt-out of the process
RPS says that the ability of pharmacists to conscientiously object to Assisted Dying is essential
The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has taken a neutral stance...
Drug misuse deaths on the rise in Scotland, RPS calls for policy changes
The RPS is urging action to implement their recommendations on enhancing pharmacies' roles in reducing harm and preventing drug misuse deaths
The latest statistics...
Health Improvement Scotland to regulate pharmacist-run independent clinics
After 18 June 2025, it will be an offense for a pharmacist or pharmacy technician to operate a clinic without registrationÂ
Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians...
Jennifer Laskey appointed as Scotland’s first consultant pharmacist
She will support the West of Scotland Cancer Network in ensuring that patients across community, primary and acute settings have access to the highest...
Scotland appoints new drugs minister after Elena Whitham quits due to post-traumatic stress
First Minister Humza Yousaf has also announced the appointment of Neil Gray MSP as Cabinet Secretary for NHS Recovery, Health and Social Care. Â
The...
PDA seconds emergency motion on ADHD medication shortages in Scotland
This long wait for ADHD treatment is having a devastating impact on patients and placing pharmacists dealing with the backlash.
Many countries around the world,...
