Royal College of Pharmacy in England
We support, promote and lead the pharmacy profession across all sectors of pharmacy in England.
The Royal College of Pharmacy is a GB-wide organisation, but there are significant differences in policy in England, Scotland and Wales. That’s why England has its own National Pharmacy Advisory Council and RCPharm England team: to ensure we understand and support all our members and the wider profession in England.
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Prescription charge in England frozen for 2025
This news story was published when the organisation was the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. Commenting on the government's announcement today that the cost of the prescription charge and pre-payment certificates in England have been frozen for 2025/2026, Chair of RPS England Tase Oputu said: “This is a welcome pause in the otherwise relentless rise of the prescription charge for patients. No-one should face a financial barrier to get the medicines they need to stay well. “Pharmacists tell us they regularly see patients going without essential, life-saving medicines because they can’t afford all the items they’ve been prescribed. “When patients can’t afford their medicines, their health suffers, leading to more GP appointments, an increased risk of hospital admissions and added pressure on the NHS. Today’s news rightly recognises the key role that medicines play in helping people stay health and shifting care closer to home. “Millions of pounds are spent each year policing a complex prescription charges system that puts avoidable strain on patients and pharmacy teams alike. I hope the Government can build on today’s announcement, listen to the concerns of patients and health professionals, and bring about an end to unaffordable prescription charges in England.” The prescription charge will remain at £9.90 per item; a 3-month prescription prepayment certificate will be frozen at £32.05 and a 12-month certificate will remain at £114.50.
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RPS welcomes new funding settlement for community pharmacy
The Royal Pharmaceutical Society has welcomed a new funding settlement for community pharmacy in England, calling it the sector’s best deal in a decade and a vital step toward improving patient access, addressing long-term underinvestment and reducing health inequalities.
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RPS members vote in favour of change and royal college
RPS is delighted to announce that members have voted in favour by way of a Special Resolution Vote (SRV), in support of proposed changes to the RPS’ Royal Charter and our transition to royal college.
Our work in England
Our vision for England
Our vision for the role of and value of pharmacists and pharmacy teams.
Pharmacy practice
Working with NHS England and APTUK on inclusive pharmacy practice.
Future of pharmacy
The NHS in England is changing. Find out what this means for pharmacy.
How we work in England
National Pharmacy Advisory Council
Meet the elected council for England and find out how it works.
The Royal College of Pharmacy England team
Supporting members and leading pharmacy in England.
Our policy and advocacy work
Find out more about the College’s policy and advocacy work.