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Progestogen-Only Intra-Uterine Device (LNG-IUD) for contraception

31 July 2026SPS PGD template for the insertion of the Progestogen-Only Intra-Uterine Device (LNG-IUD) for contraception.

How to develop a Patient Group Direction

1 July 2026A guide to help organisations and individuals navigate all stages of the PGD development process.

Implementing the SPS Patient Group Direction, Written Instruction and protocol templates

1 July 2026SPS national templates can be implemented by organisations to improve consistency and reduce duplication of effort.

Medicines Shortages and Patient Group Directions

1 July 2026This article outlines how PGDs can be managed to allow for their continued use in cases of medicines shortages.

Monitoring and reviewing a PGD in practice

1 July 2026Monitoring and evaluating practice under a PGD and timely review of a PGD are important steps in the PGD management process.

When PGDs can be used

1 July 2026Understanding when PGDs are a suitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an appropriate legal framework for service provision.

Planning for a PGD

1 July 2026Once it has been decided that a PGD is the most appropriate option there are things to consider before it is written.

Authorising and preparing to use a PGD

1 July 2026Once a Patient Group Direction (PGD) is written, there are steps to be completed before the PGD can be legally used within an organisation.

Patient Group Direction use in Primary Care Networks

1 July 2026Guidance on the legislation and governance required when considering the use of PGDs across a PCN

Writing a PGD

1 July 2026Writing a PGD is a multi-step process, requiring input from all members of the PGD development team.