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Community Pharmacist πŸ’š πŸ’ŠπŸ’‰Chair for Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁒󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 FRPharmS & MBE. Husband, dad, step dad. Star Trek πŸ–– & sci-fi πŸ›ΈπŸš€

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Wow. @rpharms.com

Excellent. And great to see you are listening.

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09.05.2025 09:46 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Royal College of Pharmacy

VOTE YES βœ… TODAY

For support, development and
engagement - For improved career progression and greater professional satisfaction

Vote now: mi-vote.com/secure/rpharms

22.03.2025 12:14 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

This #SpringSunday on the eve of the closing the @rpharms.com SRV, this is the penultimate final call to all RPS #Members MRPharmS and #Fellows FRPharmS yet to vote to please do so via their email or this link www.mi-vote.com/secure/rpharms
Thank you.
#VoteCONFIRM
#VoteRCPharm
#RPSVote

23.03.2025 09:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’šRPS MembersπŸ’š

This is your opportunity to shape the future of our profession and our professional body.
Your vote plays a vital role in how we move forward together.
Head to www.mi-vote.com/secure/rpharms
If you have any questions, reach out - I’m happy to talk things through.
#RPSVote

22.03.2025 10:53 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"The timing is right for us to move forward with proposals to become the Royal College of Pharmacy. This shall allow us to raise the profile of the profession, support better alignment with other royal colleges and organisations and strengthen collaborative relationships and opportunities. It will allow embedding credentialling of foundation, advanced and consultant curricula into practice to support our profession to be the best they can be and make maximal impact to patient care."
Jill Swan MRPharmS MFRPSII
Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services, Surgical Services and Critical Care
RPS Scottish Pharmacy Board member
I support the RPS proposals for change

"The timing is right for us to move forward with proposals to become the Royal College of Pharmacy. This shall allow us to raise the profile of the profession, support better alignment with other royal colleges and organisations and strengthen collaborative relationships and opportunities. It will allow embedding credentialling of foundation, advanced and consultant curricula into practice to support our profession to be the best they can be and make maximal impact to patient care." Jill Swan MRPharmS MFRPSII Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services, Surgical Services and Critical Care RPS Scottish Pharmacy Board member I support the RPS proposals for change

RPS Scottish Pharmacy Board member Jill Swan highlights that now is the right time to become the Royal College of Pharmacy to make our profession the best it can be for patient care.

Voting closes at 5pm, Monday 24 March. Vote now: lnkd.in/epGzaBdX #RPSVote

21.03.2025 13:27 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œThe Royal College of Pharmacy will be a broad church, collaborating across the entire pharmacy family – community, hospital, industry, academia, primary care, and beyond. 
It unites us, amplifies our collective voice, and strengthens our profession together – ultimately improving patient care and advancing our profession’s role in healthcare.”
Brendon Jiang FRPharmS
RPS English Pharmacy Board and Assembly member
I support the RPS proposals for change

β€œThe Royal College of Pharmacy will be a broad church, collaborating across the entire pharmacy family – community, hospital, industry, academia, primary care, and beyond. It unites us, amplifies our collective voice, and strengthens our profession together – ultimately improving patient care and advancing our profession’s role in healthcare.” Brendon Jiang FRPharmS RPS English Pharmacy Board and Assembly member I support the RPS proposals for change

RPS English Pharmacy Board and Assembly member Brendon Jiang highlights how the Royal College of Pharmacy can unite the entire pharmacy family and strengthen the profession.

Voting closes at 5pm, Monday 24 March. Vote now: ow.ly/Ekjw50VkA5s #RPSVote

20.03.2025 16:51 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"I will be voting YES to the RPS evolving into the Royal College of Pharmacy. This should have happened several years ago and the opportunity to make the generational change should not be missed. Pharmacy as a profession has changed so much in recent years and it is a natural progression for the professional body of pharmacy to become stronger with royal college status. This will give pharmacy the recognition and representation it deserves."
β€œByddaf yn pleidleisio IE i'r RPS esblygu i fod yn goleg brenhinol. Dylai hyn fod wedi digwydd sawl blwyddyn yn Γ΄l ac ni ddylid colli'r cyfle i wneud y newid sylweddol hyn. Mae fferylliaeth fel proffesiwn wedi newid cymaint yn y blynyddoedd diwethaf ac mae’n ddilyniant naturiol i gorff proffesiynol fferylliaeth gryfhau gyda statws coleg brenhinol. Bydd hyn yn rhoi’r gydnabyddiaeth a’r gynrychiolaeth haeddiannol i fferylliaeth.”
Dylan Jones MRPharmS
Superintendent Pharmacist
RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board member
I support the RPS proposals for change

"I will be voting YES to the RPS evolving into the Royal College of Pharmacy. This should have happened several years ago and the opportunity to make the generational change should not be missed. Pharmacy as a profession has changed so much in recent years and it is a natural progression for the professional body of pharmacy to become stronger with royal college status. This will give pharmacy the recognition and representation it deserves." β€œByddaf yn pleidleisio IE i'r RPS esblygu i fod yn goleg brenhinol. Dylai hyn fod wedi digwydd sawl blwyddyn yn Γ΄l ac ni ddylid colli'r cyfle i wneud y newid sylweddol hyn. Mae fferylliaeth fel proffesiwn wedi newid cymaint yn y blynyddoedd diwethaf ac mae’n ddilyniant naturiol i gorff proffesiynol fferylliaeth gryfhau gyda statws coleg brenhinol. Bydd hyn yn rhoi’r gydnabyddiaeth a’r gynrychiolaeth haeddiannol i fferylliaeth.” Dylan Jones MRPharmS Superintendent Pharmacist RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board member I support the RPS proposals for change

RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board member Dylan Jones is voting yes to a royal college to give pharmacy the recognition and representation it deserves.

Voting is now open: www.rpharms.com/special-reso... #RPSVote

18.03.2025 13:18 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œWe should take this opportunity.  We need to have our voice heard.

These changes will give us that unified voice across all sectors of practice, to make sure we can really get the benefits of the changes that are happening within education and training.”
Jane Brown
Pharmacy Dean

β€œWe should take this opportunity. We need to have our voice heard. These changes will give us that unified voice across all sectors of practice, to make sure we can really get the benefits of the changes that are happening within education and training.” Jane Brown Pharmacy Dean

We have gathered the stories and perspectives of individuals from across the pharmacy community in Great Britain on the RPS proposals for change and ambition to become a royal college.

Explore Jane Brown's here: www.rpharms.com/about-us/cha... #RPSVote

18.03.2025 15:51 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œBecoming a royal college will further develop education, credentialing and clinical excellence within the profession. This will give us a stronger voice within healthcare and greater recognition for pharmacy with other healthcare professionals, patients and the public.”
Richard Strang MRPharmS
Senior Educator, Foundation Training Year, NHS Education for Scotland
RPS Scottish Pharmacy Board member 
I support the RPS proposals for change

β€œBecoming a royal college will further develop education, credentialing and clinical excellence within the profession. This will give us a stronger voice within healthcare and greater recognition for pharmacy with other healthcare professionals, patients and the public.” Richard Strang MRPharmS Senior Educator, Foundation Training Year, NHS Education for Scotland RPS Scottish Pharmacy Board member I support the RPS proposals for change

RPS Scottish Pharmacy Board member Richard Strang shares his thoughts on how a royal college can advance education and credentialing and give us a stronger voice in healthcare.

Voting is now open: www.rpharms.com/special-reso... #RPSVote

17.03.2025 15:44 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

STRONGER TOGETHER #PHARMACY
Far too long pharmacy has lacked UNITED voice at the top.
@rpharms.com members: now’s our chance to change that! A Royal College of Pharmacy will be our platform for leadership, collaboration,& influence.
πŸ“’ RPS membersβ€”pls vote YES to secure change βœ… @pcpa-uk.bsky.social

15.03.2025 19:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

βœ… Sunny stroll around Copenhagen
βœ… Flew back UK from Denmark
βœ… Voted CONFIRM #RCPharm

15.03.2025 15:13 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œEstablishing a Royal College of Pharmacy will further elevate our standing, amplifying our voice in healthcare policy, education, and research. This transition will ensure that pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists receive the recognition they rightfully deserve while enhancing our influence on patient care, positioning our profession alongside other esteemed royal colleges.”
Dr Rafia Jamil MRPharmS
Deputy Head of Pharmacy, Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda and Ysbyty Cwm Cynon  Principal Pharmacist , Frailty
RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board Member
I support the RPS proposals for change

β€œEstablishing a Royal College of Pharmacy will further elevate our standing, amplifying our voice in healthcare policy, education, and research. This transition will ensure that pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists receive the recognition they rightfully deserve while enhancing our influence on patient care, positioning our profession alongside other esteemed royal colleges.” Dr Rafia Jamil MRPharmS Deputy Head of Pharmacy, Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda and Ysbyty Cwm Cynon Principal Pharmacist , Frailty RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board Member I support the RPS proposals for change

RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board member Dr Rafia Jamil highlights her view that the transition to a royal college will ensure pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists gain more recognition and have more influence on patient care.

Voting is now open. Find out more: www.rpharms.com/special-reso... #RPSVote

14.03.2025 10:56 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I voted yes for change @rpharms.com An opportunity to unite the profession and move forward. #pharmacy

13.03.2025 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’ve voted in support of the proposal to become a royal college. I believe it’s a necessary step and it needs to happen now, as a strong indication of direction as the bodies involved in future pharmacy leadership form their alliance.

13.03.2025 17:28 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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A Royal College for pharmacy? Let’s raise our expectations A vote for a Royal College would make structured career progression and support for advanced practice a reality for many community pharmacists. But it would onl

As a community pharmacist I often get asked by colleagues, quite rightly, what does this mean for us? Here’s my view of the impact a Royal College of Pharmacy could have: www.pharmacymagazine.co.uk/opinion/a-ro...

13.03.2025 16:44 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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I have voted in the @rpharms.com special resolution vote. If you are an RPharmS Member or Fellow, make sure you vote before 24th March at 5pm!
ow.ly/XE1E50Vh4xA

13.03.2025 16:41 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I have voted YES to the Royal College of Pharmacy. Don’t forget to vote #voteyes @rpharms.com @drmahendrapatel.bsky.social @clairewynn.bsky.social

13.03.2025 12:08 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I have voted yes for:

βœ… a stronger, louder professional voice for pharmacy

βœ… Commitment to collaboration

βœ… Advancing and driving excellence in patient care

βœ… Workforce transformation

I have voted YES for @rpharms.com to become a Royal College.

13.03.2025 10:51 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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UK chief pharmaceutical officers back RPS royal college proposals The four UK chief pharmaceutical officers (CPhOs) have expressed support for the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)’s royal college proposals. In a joint statement issued on 11 March 2025, Andrew…

As voting opens, all four UK chief pharmaceutical officers have publicly backed RPS proposals to become a royal college

#royalcollegeofpharmacy #RPS #CPhOs #ukpharmacy

13.03.2025 09:34 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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βœ… Vote Now - for a Royal Colllege of Pharmacy

Link : ow.ly/ZItz50Vh4xc

13.03.2025 10:07 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Voting πŸ—³οΈ OPENS **TODAY**
@rpharms.com Members & Fellows
#PharmSky
Please use your vote.
Would really love to see a good turnout figure, which reflects the passion & dedication I see and feel so often in our profession.
This is a real chance for change but we must be patient to get this right.

13.03.2025 09:12 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Royal College of Pharmacy

VOTE YES βœ… TODAY

For support, development and
engagement - For improved career progression and greater professional satisfaction

13.03.2025 07:38 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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A Royal College of Pharmacy with a new charter. I’ll be voting YES. Firstly, thank you to everyone who’s contributed to the debate with such passion and proven that so many of us do indeed care about our professional identity and leadership. Here’s my final thoughts b...

www.linkedin.com/pulse/royal-...

12.03.2025 22:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This is a big moment for the profession. It’s time for positive change βœ…

12.03.2025 19:04 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
PLT: Unlock your potential

PLT: Unlock your potential

Our survey shows over half of pharmacy teams lack Protected Learning Time (PLT). Gareth Hughes shares how PLT improves skills and patient access: bit.ly/46zVuxN

More survey results: bit.ly/3CVj6nu #PharmacyWellbeing

21.02.2025 13:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Please take time to read @tase3121.bsky.social's important letter

12.03.2025 18:13 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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An Open Letter to the Members of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society on the… | Tase Oputu FRPharmS MFRPSII An Open Letter to the Members of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society on the Eve of a Defining Moment for Our Profession

www.linkedin.com/posts/tase-o...

12.03.2025 17:35 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Royal College of Pharmacy

VOTE YES βœ…

For support, development and
engagement - For improved career progression and greater professional satisfaction

12.03.2025 07:45 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tase Oputu FRPharmS MFRPSII on LinkedIn: Thank you to everyone who logged into the session this evening. Great to… Thank you to everyone who logged into the session this evening. Great to host alongside Claire Anderson Jonathan Burton MBE FRPharmS Geraldine McCaffrey We…

www.linkedin.com/posts/tase-o...

11.03.2025 08:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
RPS coat of arms

RPS coat of arms

We warmly welcome today's statement from the four UK Chief Pharmaceutical Officers who "strongly encourage Royal Pharmaceutical Society Members and Fellows to take this historic opportunity to vote in favour of a Royal College of Pharmacy." More: bit.ly/43AANDK

Voting opens Thursday 13 March.

11.03.2025 16:57 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

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