Medicine shortages
Our work to highlight how medicine shortages affect patient care, the pressures on pharmacy teams, and recommendations to inform action.
From our President Tase Oputu
On 15 April 1841, a dedicated group of London chemists and druggists came together to form a professional body. Today, 185 years later, I am immensely proud to welcome you…
What’s next for a community pharmacist prescribing service in England?
This episode of The PJ Pod reflects on the ‘Community pharmacy independent prescribing pathfinder programme’…
Credentialing
We provide a standardised credentialing framework for pharmacists’ post-registration education and training, enabling them to be recognised for their advancing professional capabilities.
News
The latest news and updates from Royal College of Pharmacy
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Professor Cathy McKenzie appointed to UK’s first full professorial role in intensive care pharmacy
This news story was published when the organisation was the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) congratulates Professor Cathy McKenzie on her appointment as Professor of Intensive Care Pharmacy at the University of Southampton — the first role of its kind in the UK. Professor McKenzie also holds the position of Honorary Consultant Pharmacist in Critical Care at University Hospital Southampton (UHS), where she leads research focused on improving pharmacotherapy for critically ill patients. She is a long-standing member of the RPS Science and Research Committee and has contributed extensively to the Society’s work in advancing pharmaceutical science. Commenting on her appointment, Professor McKenzie, said: “I would like to thank the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for their ongoing support throughout my career. I look forward to continuing to work with the Society and supporting its transition into the Royal College of Pharmacy, to promote and encourage research among pharmacy professionals for the benefit of our patients and the wider public.” Professor Claire Anderson, RPS President, said: “I’d like to offer my warmest congratulations to Professor McKenzie on her appointment. This highlights the increasing research and clinical leadership of pharmacists within critical care. Professor McKenzie’s work demonstrates the significant impact pharmacy can have on patient care and the advancement of the profession through research and collaboration.” Read more RCPharm news stories
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RPS Wales welcomes expansion of clinical community pharmacy services
RPS Wales has welcomed new Welsh government funding that will expand sore throat test and treat and UTI services to almost all community pharmacies in Wales, improving access to care while highlighting the need for continued support for pressured pharmacy teams.
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Celebrating East and South East Asian Heritage Month 2025
This news story was published when the organisation was the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. Throughout September, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society celebrated East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) Heritage Month by recognising the resilience, heritage and contributions of ESEA communities in pharmacy. We worked in collaboration with Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK, British Pharmaceutical Students' Association (BPSA), Female Pharmacy Leaders Network, Guild of Healthcare Pharmacists Pharmacy Technicians of Colour, UK Black Pharmacist Association and Pharmacy Business Magazine to mark the month. ‘Reframing Resilience’ event Our online event, ‘Reframing Resilience’, brought together pharmacy professionals to celebrate ESEA culture and history, and to reflect on how identity shapes careers in healthcare. Catch up on the webinar. Resilience rooted in identity Senior pharmacist and leader in primary care Yuen Toh shared her personal story in a blog, highlighting how her Malaysian Chinese heritage shaped her journey in healthcare. She spoke about the importance of cultural celebration, inclusive leadership and mentoring the next generation — reminding us that resilience is built through connection and community. We want to thank everyone who engaged and participated throughout the month. We’d love to hear your ideas on how we can better support and celebrate this in the future. If you would like to share your ideas, please get in touch at [email protected]. Catch up on how we celebrated ESEAHM in 2024. Find out more about RPS Inclusion and Diversity. Read more RCPharm news stories.
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