What will the arrival of thousands of new pharmacist prescribers mean for general practice?

The first pharmacists to qualify with prescribing rights graduate this autumn. A look at how they will work alongside general practice and the safeguards planned.

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What will the arrival of thousands of new pharmacist prescribers mean for general practice?

Published 16 October 2026 · Prescribing & medicines

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In brief The first pharmacists to qualify with prescribing rights graduate this autumn. A look at how they will work alongside general practice and the safeguards planned.

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