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New CD guidance for limited companies

The DDA and the Healthcare Distribution Association (HDA) has published joint guidance on the supply of Controlled Drugs to GP practices constituted as a limited company. In summary, two core regulatory requirements apply: Care regulator registra

August 12th 2026

Dispensing cross subsidy highlighted in rural GP funding critique

The role of dispensing income as a cross subsidy for rural NHS GP funding has been highlighted in a new paper by a think-tank. Noting the funding challenges of delivering NHS GP services in rural areas, General practice funding in England  publ

August 12th 2026

Queue up for flour and eggs at the DDA 2026 Conference

In this new podcast, we put DDA Chief Executive Matthew Isom on the spot over a recent question to our DDA Best Practice Facebook group on PA and VAT. You can also find out why we might be supplying you with eggs and flour in the free breakout sessi

August 5th 2026

July 21st 2026

The DDA26 conference exhibition: what's in store?

When the weather gets hot, we all feel like we are working harder - and so does your medicines fridge. But, are you looking after it properly?  A fridge failure can cost you thousands in terms of lost stock but you can reduce the risk with just

July 13th 2026

DDA renews call for EPS funding after new dispensing fee analysis

Continual assertions by the DHSC that the dispensing fee covers expenses such as the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) are wearing thin, the DDA has said in light of new dispensing fee analysis. Across Great Britain, GP negotiators have made eff

July 3rd 2026

Hear about the important changes to employment legislation from July

July 2026 is an important date in the roll out of the Employment Rights Act 2025. From July 1, employers must put protective measures in place to defend themselves against enhanced unfair dismissal claims from employees that come into effect fr

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June 22nd 2026

DDA publishes Dispensary Risk Assessment

The DDA has published a dispensary risk assessment covering risk assessment and event prevention advice in 13 areas. This assessment covers the following areas: Dispensing Errors Incorrect Patient Identification Controlled Drugs Refrigerated M

June 16th 2026

Convenience is no longer a nice-to-have

Convenience is no longer a nice-to-have, but a core value exchange between brands and consumers, according to a new report from retail analyst Mintel Convenience as the New Consumer Currency highlights that today’s consumers often operate unde

June 11th 2026

DDA publishes dispenser training on low back pain

Low back pain (LBP) is among the most common conditions you’ll see in your patients, with over 80 per cent of people suffering at some point in their lives. The good news is that, while this pain can be debilitating, it’s a rarely a sign

June 3rd 2026

Dispensing GP clawback raised in Parliament

Dispensing GP clawback has been raised in Parliament. In a debate on community pharmacies  Dr Luke Evans Hinckley and Bosworth (Con) described dispensing practices as “part of the real fabric of the community network”. He pointed ou

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