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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 40,000 members we are the largest pharmacist membership organisation and the only independent trade union exclusively for pharmacists in the UK.

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    • Insight Online – May 2025

      Fri 30th May 2025 The PDA

      This month, we revealed the results of our Locum Rates Snapshot Survey, and PDA Director of Pharmacy, Jay Badenhorst, breaks down the challenges facing independent prescribers (IPs). Also, find out what we got up to at the 128th STUC conference, and we are hiring! Discover what roles are currently available at the PDA. 

    • Insight Online – April 2025

      Tue 29th April 2025 The PDA

      This month, you can read more about our newly released guidance on automated accuracy checking systems, as well as 184 years of Pharmacist Support. You can also learn more about our attendance at this year's Clinical Pharmacy Congress (CPC) in London and how you can receive your complimentary event pass!  

    • PDA releases guidance on automated accuracy checking systems

      Wed 9th April 2025 The PDA

      The PDA has received inquiries from members who are concerned about the introduction of automated accuracy checking systems in their workplace. As a result, the PDA has released guidance on potential issues. 

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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