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Arrangements for Procurement of Medicines and Pharmaceutical Products and Services
12 November 2021Medicines procurement in England is managed through 10 regional pharmacy purchasing groups with each having a regional pharmacy procurement specialist (RPPS)
Identifying types of pharmaceutical waste and disposal containers
23 December 2025Guidance on the appropriate container to use when disposing pharmaceutical waste.
Understanding design for safety in medicines packaging and labels
17 December 2025Understanding principles and limitations of good design can support the safer use of medicines. Consideration of these principles in practice can reduce harms.
Patient Group Direction use in Primary Care Networks
24 July 2024Guidance on the legislation and governance required when considering the use of PGDs across a PCN
Procurement of licensed medicines
12 November 2021Purchasing of medicines is a complex process with many factors to consider
"Tranche" branded medicines in a competitive market
12 November 2021An explanation of branded "Tranche" Medicines in a competitive market
Procurement of unlicensed medicines and other services managed by CMU
12 November 2021Purchasing of medicines is a complex process with many factors to consider
Labelling and packaging of unlicensed medicines (Specials): best practice guidance for the NHS
12 April 2022National guidance from NHSE/I to reduce LASA errors and improve patient safety when considering requirements for unlicensed specials medicines
Managing pharmaceutical waste
23 December 2025Guidance and principles for managing waste generated from the use of medicines.
Supplying medicines and medical devices: advice for dental teams
26 March 2025Supply of medicines by dentists and dental care professionals depends on the class of medicine, legal mechanism used and requires a local governance framework.