| Weekly News Digest - 20th August 2026 |
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In readiness for the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework (CPCF) arrangements for 2026/27, where NHS independent prescribing will be introduced into the CPCF as an extension of Pharmacy First and the Pharmacy Contraception Service from Autumn 2026, Thames Valley ICB is seeking to understanding the distribution of trained and trainee IPs across the geography as well as interest in providing the forthcoming NHS Independent Prescribing service. Please complete the readiness survey form link Readiness survey - Fill in form Deadline for completion of the form is Sunday 6 September at 11pm.
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| The CPTV LPC Annual General Meeting will take place on Wednesday 23 September, 12.00–12.30pm. All contractors are invited to attend, meet Chair Ian Dunphy, and engage with LPC committee members. The meeting will receive the 2025/26 Annual Report and Accounts, with contractors asked to vote on acceptance of the accounts - voting forms have been emailed to all contractors. The documents are available on the LPC website: CPTV Annual Report 2025–26. To join the AGM, please use the meeting link and confirm attendance by emailing office@cptv.org.uk no later than 6pm on Friday 18 September. |
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Pharmacies can signpost patients to a free 24/7 mental health text service available to adults and young people in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. It offers immediate support from trained responders whenever someone is struggling. Patients can text for help with low mood, anxiety or stress, loneliness, relationship difficulties, self‑harm concerns, panic attacks or suicidal thoughts. It’s a quick, confidential way for patients to get support. Download flyer.
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Stay on top of your schedule with ease using our Monthly Deadline Tracker. This August edition is designed to keep you organized and help you meet your deadline effortlessly.
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| To receive supplies of childhood flu vaccines ahead of the 1st October 2026 service commencement date, pharmacy owners must have registered to provide the Childhood Flu Vaccination Service via MYS by 11.59pm on 31st August 2026. |
NHS England is inviting organisations to apply for funding to support community pharmacist Independent Prescriber development through supervised clinical learning and strengthened DPP capacity. Please complete the Expressions of Interest form by 23 August 2026. For more information or to request the guidance document please contact england.pharmacyteam@nhs.net.
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EARLY CAREERS - VACCINATION TRAINING
Calling all Newly Qualified Pharmacists (less than 4 years qualified), Foundation Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians – Reserve your Place! A dedicated fully funded, half‑day vaccination training sessions will take place in the Thames Valley region on the dates provided below. If you would like to be ready for the vaccination season please email office@cptv.org.uk to reserve your place. Places are limited so book early. Please note: non‑attendance will incur a £100 fee.
THERE ARE STILL PLACES AVAILABLE ON 24TH AND 25TH AUGUST - BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW! |
Getting the best from NMS Webinar
Refresh your New Medicine Service skills in just 60 minutes. This fast‑paced, friendly webinar walks you through the full NMS journey — from identifying and recruiting patients to delivering structured, meaningful consultations across a wide range of clinical conditions. Simply join us on Wednesday, 23rd September, 7.30pm via the link.
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| Pharmacy owners and their teams, can all access the on-demand Stress Management and Building Resilience workshop on CPEs Wellbeing and support webpage. |
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