Changes to the Terms of Service
Published on: 6th November 2020 | Updated on: 2nd May 2024
Changes to the Terms of Service 2023
On 25th May 2023 new NHS regulations were introduced which made changes to the NHS (Pharmaceutical and Local Pharmaceutical Services) Regulations 2013 (PLPS).
These changes relate to core opening hours applications, 100-hour pharmacy applications, local hours plans, business continuity plan requirements and other easements. For further information, please see our PLPS regulations change page.
Changes to the Terms of Service in late 2020
On 20th October 2020 NHS regulations were laid to introduce changes to the Terms of Service for pharmacy contractors.
Some of these changes were previously agreed upon as part of the 5-year Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework (CPCF) and were originally planned to be introduced in July 2020.
NHSE&I guidance for contractors on the regulations
Regs reminders
Community Pharmacy England issued a series of reminders about the changes to the pharmacy Terms of Service from late 2020. Community pharmacy owners are advised to review these reminders in preparation for completing the Community Pharmacy Assurance Framework (CPAF) surveys, which will include questions on the Terms of Service.
2) Updating NHS website profiles
7) Pandemic Treatment Protocol
8) Flexible provision of flu or coronavirus vaccinations
10) Commencement notices and contractors entering administration
11) NHSE&I inspections and access to electronic information
12) Facilitating remote access to pharmacy services
14) Consultation rooms and remote consultations
