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Insight Online – April 2023

Welcome to this month's issue of Insight Online. This month, read about the pay settlement that we agreed on with Hallo Healthcare and about the upcoming PDA LGBT+ Network elections. Also, learn about an exclusive PDA Plus benefit for PDA members.

Tue 25th April 2023 The PDA

In this issue:

  • Attend the PDA’s sessions at Clinical Pharmacy Congress 2023
  • PDA agrees 2023 pay settlement with Hallo Healthcare
  • PDA LGBT+ Network invites nominations for upcoming 2023 elections
  • PDA issues advice to members as commercial pressure to reduce clinical checks puts patients and pharmacists at risk
  • PDA redundancy guide launched following events to support members
  • PDA LGBT+ Network publish statement on Gender Affirming Care
  • Latest news
  • Enjoy a range of PDA Plus benefits!
  • Spotlight on

Attend the PDA’s sessions at Clinical Pharmacy Congress 2023

The Clinical Pharmacy Congress (CPC) returns this year from 12 – 13 May. We will be hosting two sessions at CPC this year; ‘Managing the risk of Antimicrobial Resistance from conflict zones (lessons from the war in Ukraine)’ and ‘Neurodiverse and disabled pharmacists, securing workplace inclusion’.

The two-day conference will again be taking place at ExCeL London from 12 – 13 May. The conference is a great opportunity for clinical pharmacy professionals from across the UK to come together and be inspired and network with peers. This year there will be over 250 speakers and more than 150 exhibitors.
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PDA agrees 2023 pay settlement with Hallo Healthcare

In March, PDA negotiators reached an agreement on the annual pay review for pharmacists employed by LloydsPharmacy and other Hallo Healthcare companies where we are recognised to negotiate.

PDA Union National Officer and Lead Negotiator for our negotiations at LloydsPharmacy, Paul Moloney sent an update for members employed at the company on 28 March.

Please click here to see the full update.
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PDA LGBT+ Network invites nominations for upcoming 2023 elections

Every two years, members of the PDA LGBT+ Pharmacists’ Network can elect three officers, who will lead the network and work alongside the Immediate Past President.

We will be holding an election for PDA LGBT+ Network Officers in the coming weeks. Three positions are available: President, Vice-President, and Honorary Secretary. Please click here for further details of the roles.
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PDA issues advice to members as commercial pressure to reduce clinical checks puts patients and pharmacists at risk

We have obtained expert legal opinion around pharmacist clinical checks as concern has grown that some commercially driven ‘innovations’ in community pharmacy practice place patients and pharmacists at risk.

Following an increase in concerns from some members about what they are expected to do, we have sought specialist legal opinion on the introduction of advance clinical checks for repeat medicines.

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PDA redundancy guide launched following events to support members

We have responded quickly to recent concerns from members facing the prospect of redundancy. In April, we published our most up-to-date redundancy guide.

On Tuesday 18 April, PDA members attended an event to learn about their employment rights should they face a redundancy situation. Recent events at LloydsPharmacy and some supermarket chains have highlighted that pharmacists are not immune to being made redundant.

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PDA LGBT+ Network publish statement on Gender Affirming Care

The PDA LGBT+ Network is committed to examining healthcare issues affecting LGBT+ people, in addition to issues affecting LGBT+ pharmacists.

PDA LGBT+ Network members have put together a statement that expresses the position of the network with regards to gender-affirming care for transgender people. This statement applies our ‘Wider Than Medicines’ roadmap to gender-affirming care, in pursuit of an integrated healthcare system that ensures that transgender people receive safe and effective pharmaceutical care.

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Below is a summary of some of the other key news stories that have been published on our website recently:

21/4/23 – Employers’ body confirms community pharmacy conditions are damaging employees’ mental health

17/4/23 – Event celebrating PDA Reps marked a success

7/4/23 – PDA takes part in #Pharmacy24 2023

6/4/23 – PDA shares update from FIP Chief Executive

4/4/23 – PDA BAME Network produces factsheet to mark Ramadan

3/4/23 – Gold Pin awarded to John Murphy
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Enjoy a range of PDA Plus benefits!

Did you know that as a PDA member, you can take advantage of exclusive PDA Plus offers and discounts? Whether it’s getting a special gift for a family member or friend or treating yourself to a new car, PDA Plus has exclusive offers for you.

This month you can enjoy exclusive savings of up to 57% when you book in advance at some of the UK’s top attractions with Merlin Entertainments. This includes Thorpe Park, Warwick Castle, Madame Tussuads, LEGOLAND, the Sea Life Centre, and more!
LOG IN TO YOUR PDA PLUS ACCOUNT TODAY

Why do I need a financial planner?

Following on from the recent spring budget and changes to pension allowances, consulting an independent financial adviser could be essential. Your retirement plan, pension, and general financial planning may need an urgent review.

To learn more about how talking to a financial adviser can help you, click here.

Have the conversation that could change your life. Talk to Lloyd & Whyte’s Financial Services team.

For an appointment with a Lloyd & Whyte Adviser, book online here or call 01823 250750.
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