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Outcome of the community pharmacy contractual framework consultation for 2024/25 and 2025/26

31 March 2025

Proposing MP
Aberafan Maesteg
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the outcome of the consultation on funding for UK community pharmacies for 2024/25 and 2025/26.

Action Requested

A £375 million increase in funding to £3.073 billion is announced for 2025/26, along with additional support measures such as allowing pharmacies to retain pandemic-related funds and expanding clinical services like Pharmacy First.

Key Facts

  • Funding will increase by 15% in 2025/26 compared to 2024/25.
  • Additional £193 million is allowed for retention, primarily over the pandemic period.
  • £215 million committed to grow Pharmacy First service.
  • Over 1.9m consultations already delivered as of November 2024.
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