Responding to a government announcement of a new contract for GPs for 2026/27,Henry Gregg, Chief Executive of the National Pharmacy Association said:
"It's disappointing to see a formal contract offer announced for GP colleagues before the government have even begun consultations for community pharmacies.
"With just 37 days to go to the start of April and the new financial year, the clock is ticking.
"Pharmacies are still left in the dark as to how they will meet looming cost increases being imposed on them.
"As equal members of the primary care family, they need certainty so they can plan and invest for the year ahead to deliver vital services for their patients."
