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The PDA (Pharmacists’ Defence Association)

The PDA is a not-for-profit organisation which supports the needs of individual employed and locum pharmacists and pharmacy students and, when necessary, defends their reputation. With more than 37,000 members we are the largest pharmacist membership organisation and the only independent trade union exclusively for pharmacists in the UK.

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    • PDA launches ‘Building Better Boundaries’ – the first in a series of GPP Network events

      Tue 15th October 2024 The PDA

      Last month, the PDA launched the first in a series of online member-exclusive events for General Practice Pharmacists (GPPs). These sessions provide a safe space for attendees to discuss workplace issues with fellow pharmacists and explore possible solutions. 

    • Boots pharmacists’ pay settlement 2024/25

      Fri 11th October 2024 The PDA

      Pharmacists at Boots secured recognition for their union in 2019, and this is the fifth year of collective bargaining where, unlike other store staff, pharmacists have been able to negotiate for improved pay. This is possible because the PDA Union is independent with its own resources and infrastructure.  

    • PDA welcomes Employment Rights Bill

      Thu 10th October 2024 The PDA

      The PDA welcomes the publication of the Employment Rights Bill which has been delivered within the government’s first 100 days in office, as promised.  

    • PDA highlights possible vote on assisted dying

      Thu 10th October 2024 The PDA

      The PDA is calling for UK lawmakers to include a conscience clause in bills that would legalise assisted suicide or assisted dying (AS/AD). This clause would allow pharmacists not to be under any obligation to participate in any aspect of an AS/AD process if they have an ethical objection. 

    • ADHD Awareness Month 2024

      Wed 9th October 2024 The PDA

      October is ADHD awareness month and to mark the month, the PDA Ability Network is providing more information on the condition such as, symptoms, employee rights, and reasonable adjustments.  

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The Pharmacists' Defence Association is a company limited by guarantee. Registered in England; Company No 4746656.

The Pharmacists' Defence Association is an appointed representative in respect of insurance mediation activities only of
The Pharmacy Insurance Agency Limited which is registered in England and Wales under company number 2591975
and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Register No 307063)

The PDA Union is recognised by the Certification Officer as an independent trade union.

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