Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Community Pharmacy Wales Community Pharmacy Wales ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://cpwales.org.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://cpwales.org.uk/) - [Cardiff & Vale Forum Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/cv-forum-reports/) - [Audits & Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/audits-reports/) - [Hywel Dda Forum Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/hywel-dda-3/hywel-dda-forum-reports/) - [Terms of Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/terms-of-service/) - [Electronic Prescribing (EPS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/electronic-prescribing-d59/) - [Seasonal Flu Vaccination (FLU)](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/seasonal-flu-vaccination/) - [Choose Pharmacy Digital Platform](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/) - [Betsi Cadwaldr Forum Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/betsi-cadwaldr-forum-reports/) - [2026 PNA – CPW Consultation Responses](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/pna/2026-pna-cpw-consultation-responses/) - [EPS Newsletters](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/electronic-prescribing-d59/eps-newsletters/) - [PNA](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/pna/) - [Analogue to Digital Phone Line Switchover](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/terms-of-service/analogue-to-digital-phone-line-switchover/) - Reminder: Pharmacies preparing for national digital phoneline switchover Community pharmacy owners are urged to take immediate action to prepare for the national switch-off of the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), which is due to be fully decommissioned by January 2027. Although the final deadline may appear some distance away, the transition is already underway and - [Latest Price Concessions](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/price-concessions/) - [CTMUHB Forum Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/ctuhb-forum-reports/) - [Aneurin Bevan Forum Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/aneurin-bevan-forum-reports/) - [Swansea Bay Forum Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sb-forum-reports/) - [Powys Forum Reports](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/powys-2/powys-forum-reports/) - [Submission of Annual Concerns and Duty of Candour 2025/26](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/submission-of-annual-concerns-and-duty-of-candour-2025-26/) - CTMUHB requires contractors to submit to the Health Board the following annual submissions. For 2025/26, contractors are required to submit them by the end of June 2026: A report detailing concerns (including complaints) relating to the provision of pharmaceutical services; and A report detailing instances when the Duty of Candour was triggered. Note - this report - [Cwm Taf Morgannwg](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/) - [All Wales Services Data](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/all-wales-services-data-d40/) - [Mental Health and Wellbeing Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/mental-health-and-wellbeing-support-d24/) - [National Stop Smoking Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/stop-smoking-services-d68/) - [Contraception Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/contraception-services/) - [Common Ailments Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/common-ailments-service/) - [Communication Material About CAS](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/common-ailments-service/communication-material-about-cas/) - [CAS Posters and Leaflets](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/common-ailments-service/communication-material-about-cas/choose-pharmacy-posters-and-leaflets-d37/) - Leaflets - WG Assetbank DMR DMR Welsh Sore Throat Bilingual UTI Bilingual - [CAS – Management of Sore Throat](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/common-ailments-service/cas-management-of-sore-throat/) - [Additional Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/) - [Patient Sharps Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/patient-sharps-service-d19/) - [Needle and Syringe Supply](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/needle-and-syringe-exchange-1/) - [Inhaler Review Service September](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/inhaler-review-service-2/) - This page is currently under review. - [Lateral Flow Test Supply Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/lateral-flow-test-supply-service-2024/) - [Care Home Support National Enhanced Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/pharmacy-care-home-support-nes-d4/) - [Batch Repeat Dispensing](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/essential-services-d84/batch-repeat-dispensing/) - [Privacy Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/privacy-policy-d49/) - [HEIW Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Programme Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/workforce-support/pre-registration-pharmacy-technician-programme-support/) - Below is support for Contractors and Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians Letter to Community Pharmacy Employers For CONTRACTOR Educational Supervisors Roles and Responsibilities Click HERE for more information For INDIVIDUAL INTERESTED Pre-registration pharmacy technician (PRPT) programme Click HERE for more information Expression of Interest Form Click HERE for more information - [CPW Board members](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/about-us/cpw-structure/cpw-board-members-d8/) - Mark Griffiths - Chair Born in Cwm, Ebbw Vale, Mark qualified in 1985 and worked in various managerial and locum positions. He purchased his first business in 1997 and started Cambrian Alliance Buying Group in 2000, along with 5 other pharmacists. He has previously sat on Merthyr Local Health Board. Outside of pharmacy, Mark is - [Optometrist Signed Orders](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/optometrist-signed-orders/) - [Essential Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/essential-services-d84/) - [CPW Weekly Contractor News](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/cpw-weekly-contractor-news/) - [Collaboration & Clusters](https://cpwales.org.uk/collaboration-clusters/) - [CPCF Schemes](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpcf-schemes/) - [Quality & Safety Scheme](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpcf-schemes/quality-scheme-d66/) - Quality & Safety Scheme 2026/27 is yet to be agreed. - [Manifesto 2026](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/manifestos/) - [Helpdesk Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/helpdesk-support-d96/) - [Press Releases](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/government-public-relations-d20/press-releases/) - [CPW Structure](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/about-us/cpw-structure/) - [About Us](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/about-us/) - [CPW & Negotiations](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/) - [Community Pharmacies in Wales](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/community-pharmacies-in-wales/) - Pharmacies In Wales - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership There are 686 community pharmacies in Wales and these are spread across Wales as follows: For the full list of community pharmacies in ABUHB click here For the full list of community pharmacies in BCUHB click here For the full list of community pharmacies in CVUHB - [CPW Address](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/about-us/cpw-address/) - [CPCF 2025/26](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/cpcf-documents/cpcf-2025-26/) - [CPCF 2026/27](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/cpcf-documents/cpcf-2026-27/) - Information on the 2026/27 CPCF will be added to this page as discussions progress. We will keep contractors informed of any changes. - [CPCF Documents](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/cpcf-documents/) - [Powys](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/powys-2/) - [CPW Staff](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/about-us/cpw-structure/cpw-staff/) - Russell Goodway - Chief Executive Jayne Howard - Associate Director Contractor Services South East Wales Rhodri Thomas - Associate Director Contractor Engagement Kayleigh Williams - Associate Director Contractor Engagement Aled Roberts - Associate Director Contractor Engagement Steve Simmonds - Contractor Services Development Executive Jodie Scott - Administration and Communications Manager Poonam Kerai - Contractor Services - [Waste Management](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/essential-services-d84/waste-management-d164/) - [Community Pharmacy Escalation Tool](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/essential-services-d84/primary-care-escalation-toolkit/) - [Information Governance (IG) And Clinical Governance (CG) Toolkit](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/information-governance-and-clinical-governance-toolkit-2024-now-live/) - [Dispensing Errors](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/dispensing-errors/) - [Information Governance (IG)](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/information-governance-and-clinical-governance-toolkit-2024-now-live/information-governance/) - [Microsoft Office 365 NHS Email](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/microsoft-office-365-nhs-email/) - [Useful Links](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/useful-links-2/) - As a Profession we are here to support one another and commend each others great work. If you would like to share your experiences of working in Community Pharmacy and services you are providing, or know anyone who you believe should, please contact me at Poonam.Kerai@cpwales.org.uk. - [NCSA Additional Payment](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/workforce-support/workforceenabler/) - NCSA Additional Payment Pharmacy contractors will be eligible for an additional payment of £43.96 per month (£527.52 per year) for each registered pharmacy technician who has successfully completed the HEIW National Clinical Services Accreditation. This payment can be claimed for a maximum of two registered pharmacy technicians per pharmacy premise per month i.e. a maximum - [Government & Public Relations](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/government-public-relations-d20/) - [Political Party Conferences](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/government-public-relations-d20/political-party-conferences/) - [MS and MP Visits](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/government-public-relations-d20/ms-and-mp-visits/) - [Consultation Responses](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/constitution-responses/) - 10 March 2025: Single Use Plastic Bags: Response to Welsh Government survey and on-line meeting as the supply of single use bags for the take home of prescribed items will become illegal from 2026. 18 February 2025: General Practice Inquiry: CPW responded to the Health and Social Care Inquiry into the future of general practice - [Training](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/) - [Listening to People](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/dispensing-errors/putting-things-right/) - [All Wales Temporary Suspension of Pharmaceutical Services Form](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/essential-services-d84/all-wales-temporary-closure-form-d40/) - [Dispensing & Supply](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/) - [CPW LHB Forum Representatives](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/about-us/cpw-structure/cpw-lhb-forum-representatives-d11/) - Aneurin Bevan Lead Board Member Mark Griffiths CCA Rep Chris Feliciello Independent Rep Dave Thomas CCA Deputy Nick Northcott Independent Deputy Vacant Betsi Lead Board Member Llyr Hughes CCA Rep Claire Chapman Independent Rep Raj Morjaria CCA Deputy Chris Feliciello Independent Deputy Vacant Cwm Taf Lead Board Member David Williams CCA Rep Sam - [Workforce Incentive Scheme](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpcf-schemes/workforce-incentive-scheme/) - [Presgripsiwn Newydd Transformation Payment](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpcf-schemes/presgripsiwn-newydd-transformation-payment/) - [Winter Incentive Scheme](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpcf-schemes/winter-incentive-scheme/) - [Report Product Over Drug Tariff Price](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/report-product-over-drug-tariff-price/) - Please complete the details below to report a medicine shortage where the product can only be obtained at a price higher than the Drug Tariff listed price. See our Price Concessions page to view current/previously granted price concessions. Reporting multiple items? Click Here to Report Multiple Generic Pricing Issues/Shortages Please note, a spreadsheet will download when - [ONPOS Guidance](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/other/onpos-d58/) - The supply of dressings via the ONPOS system is not a commissioned service as part of the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework and CPW cannot provide advice to contractors on their participation in the service, or become involved in any private contractual arrangements. Any decision as to whether to participate in the service, has to be - [Wider Health Resources](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/) - [Community Pharmacist Access to NHS Wales e-Library](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/community-pharmacist-access-to-nhs-wales-e-library/) - Community Pharmacist Access to NHS Wales e-Library The NHS Wales e-Library is home to NHS Wales’ largest source of evidence and digital information including e-Journals, e-Books, databases, evidence summaries, medicines information, guidelines, e-Learning and more. The NHS Wales e-Library provides a high-quality, user led service to NHS Wales employees and contract holders and anyone working - [Clinical Governance (CG)](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/information-governance-and-clinical-governance-toolkit-2024-now-live/clinical-governance/) - [CPW Weekly Contractor News 2025](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/cpw-weekly-contractor-news/cpw-weekly-contractor-news-2025/) - [Serious Shortage Protocols (SSP)](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/medicines-shortages-d30/serious-shortage-protocols-ssp/) - [Regulations](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/regulations/) - Human Medicines (Authorisation by Pharmacists and Supervision by Pharmacy Technicians) Order 2025 Welsh Government has written (SEE HERE) to members of the Welsh Pharmaceutical Committee informing them of new legislation: The Human Medicines (Authorisation by Pharmacists and Supervision by Pharmacy Technicians) Order 2025. This legislation introduces significant changes for pharmacy practice in Wales. What’s - [Service Proposals and Cluster Projects](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/resources-to-support-meetings/service-proposal-templates/) - [Y Ty Dysgu Learning Management System (LMS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/y-ty-dysgu-learning-management-system-lms/) - For any queries Tel: 03300 585 004 Email: HEIW.Pharmacy@wales.nhs.uk Learning Management System for HEIW Pharmacy Register Now! Website address: http://ytydysgu.heiw.wales Please note: Your registration will need to be manually verified - this may take up to 3 working days to be actioned and confirmation emails shared. Face to Face training events linked to Community Pharmacy - [CTMUHB Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/ctmuhb-clinical-services/) - [CAS - Management of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/common-ailments-service/urinary-tract-infection-uti-service/) - [CPCF 2024/25 Supporting Material](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/cpcf-documents/cpcf-2024-25-supporting-material/) - [Useful Links](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/useful-links/) - Community pharmacy patient safety website Local Health Boards NHS Jobs Other Organisations Patient Groups Pharmacy Organisations Primary Care One Website Publications Young Carers ID The minister’s video on community pharmacy HERE CPPIS Feedback Letter inform NHS Wales Cross Border Prescription Charges 2025-26 - [Fees for Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/fees-for-national-enhanced-services-2/) - [CPCF 2025/26 Contractor Event](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpcf-2025-26-contractor-event/) - [Claiming For Collaborative Working Meetings](https://cpwales.org.uk/collaboration-clusters/collaborative-working/claiming-for-collaborative-working-meetings/) - Contractors will be aware that this year’s Collaborative Working scheme allows for claiming for attendance at pharmacy collaborative meetings held by your collaborative lead and for meetings with other healthcare professionals. Claims can be made for attendance at up to 6 meetings, with a bonus payment available for attending a minimum of 3 pharmacy collaborative - [Premises Improvement Scheme](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/premises-improvement-grants/) - [Dispensing Compensation Mechanism](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-compensation-mechanism/) - Part XIVD - Dispensing Compensation Payment (Wales) 1. Welsh Health Circular WHC/2002/025 encourages general medical services (GMS) providers in Wales to increase the period of treatment of repeat prescriptions wherever it is appropriate. 2. In situations where GMS providers systematically increase the period of treatment on a significant percentage of prescription this could lead to a reduction - [Winter Incentive – WG event](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/primary-care-cluster-community-pharmacy-lead-role-2/winter-incentive-wg-event/) - [Passport to Smokefree Booklets](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/stop-smoking-services-d68/passport-to-smokefree-booklets-d100/) - [Newsletter & Networking Group](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/newsletter-networking-group/) - [Post Registration Development](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/post-registration-development/) - Here you can find information on different pathways to Professional Development. A Community Pharmacy Technicians Guide on Development Click HERE for more information Y Ty Dsygu Learning Management Support (LMS) Click HERE for more information Video Guides Click HERE for more information Choose Pharmacy Support Click HERE for more information NHS Email Click HERE - [Presentations From CPCL Catch Ups](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/primary-care-cluster-community-pharmacy-lead-role-2/presentations-from-cpcl-catch-ups/) - [Community Pharmacy Collaborative Lead (CPCL)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/primary-care-cluster-community-pharmacy-lead-role-2/) - [HEIW Re-accreditation for Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/reaccreditation-process-for-services/) - Anyone with any specific queries should contact heiw.pharmacy@wales.nhs.uk Course Re-accreditation timeframe More Information Basic Life Support (Face to Face Training) Annually HERE Blood Borne Viruses 3 Yearly HERE Contraception Services 3 Yearly HERE Discharge Medicine Review (DMR) 3 Yearly HERE Needle and Syringe Level 2- Supply and proactive advice 3 Yearly HERE Needle and Syringe - [Practice Leaflet](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/terms-of-service/practice-leaflet/) - [Contractors Registration](https://cpwales.org.uk/registration/) - [Collaborative Working Documents](https://cpwales.org.uk/collaboration-clusters/collaborative-working/archived-collaborative-working-documents/) - [CPCL Quarterly Report Form](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/primary-care-cluster-community-pharmacy-lead-role-2/cpcl-quarterly-report-form/) - [Current Cluster Projects](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/resources-to-support-meetings/service-proposal-templates/current-cluster-projects/) - [Cardiff North Diabetes Screening Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/cardiff-north-diabetes-screening-service/) - [Choose Pharmacy Paper Record Forms](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/choose-pharmacy-paper-record-forms-to-be-used-onl/) - [Choose Pharmacy - Sign Up](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/choose-pharmacy-sign-up/) - [WIS Training Videos](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/seasonal-flu-vaccination/wis-training/wis-training-videos/) - [NHS Wales Logo Guidelines for Primary Care](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/nhs-wales-logo-guidelines-for-primary-care/) - [Swansea Bay](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/) - [Aneurin Bevan](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/) - [Hywel Dda](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/hywel-dda-3/) - [Cardiff & Vale](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/) - [Betsi Cadwaldr](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/) - [Evaluation of the DMR Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/discharge-medicines-review-dmr/evaluation-of-the-dmr-service-d1/) - [Services Technicians Can Provide](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/services-technicians-can-provide/) - [Foundation Pharmacist Training](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/foundation-pharmacist-training/) - [HEIW Access Courses](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/workforce-support/faq/) - [Post Registration Foundation Pharmacists](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacist-training-support/post-registration-foundation-pharmacists-d29/) - [eDAL Consent Forms](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/discharge-medicines-review-dmr/consent-forms-d90/) - [National Prescribing Guidance](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/all-wales-medicines-strategy-group-awmsg-guidanc/) - Guidelines Information Links National Prescribing Indicators The National Prescribing Indicators for 2025–2028 is now available on the AWTTC website. The document was developed through multi-profession discussion and national consultation via the All Wales Prescribing Advisory Group (AWPAG), with support from the All Wales Therapeutics and Toxicology Centre (AWTTC). The National Prescribing Indicators document provides - [CTMUHB Local Additional Clinical Service (LACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/ctmuhb-clinical-services/ctmuhb-local-additional-clinical-service-lacs/) - All Clinical Service specifications and resources commissioned by CTMUHB can be found on the CTMUHB Community Pharmacy Padlet For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the option of providing it should contact the CTMUHB Pharmacy Team - [CTMUHB National Additional Clinical Service (NACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/ctmuhb-clinical-services/ctmuhb-national-additional-clinical-service-nacs/) - All Clinical Service specifications and resources commissioned by CTMUHB can be found on the CTMUHB Community Pharmacy Padlet For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the option of providing it should contact the CTMUHB Pharmacy Team - [Medicines Dispensing Aids (MDA)](https://cpwales.org.uk/medicines-dispensing-aids/) - Contractors are advised to consider all available information before deciding whether to dispense medication into any type of automated medication dispenser such as Pivotell http://www.pivotell.co.uk/ Some Local Health Boards now commission services and will fund the dispensing of medication into these devices. However, contractors have previously expressed concerns regarding the filling of these devices, some - [HMQ Case Studies](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/stop-smoking-services-d68/hmq-case-studies-d65/) - Help Me Quit is changing the way we collate success stories from clients across all service providers. The new process will involve a member of the Help Me Quit Contact Centre team ‘interviewing’ clients about their quit journey over the phone following completion of an initial Case Study Form by the community pharmacist, hospital smoking - [Dispensing at a loss](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/dispensing-at-a-loss-d23/) - [Reporting Supply Issues](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/dispensing-at-a-loss-d23/reporting-supply-issues-d1/) - Community Pharmacy Wales are aware of the significant issues obtaining stock that are currently being experienced by contractors across Wales. CPW would like to remind contractors of the importance of reporting this information directly to CPW using the following form: To report a generic medicine shortage where the product can only be obtained at a - [Health Board Specific](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/) - [Hywel Dda Community Pharmacy Blood Pressure Pilot](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/resources-to-support-meetings/service-proposal-templates/current-cluster-projects/hywel-dda-community-pharmacy-blood-pressure-pilot/) - [CPCL Specific Resources](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/resources-to-support-meetings/) - [Presentations for use at Collaborative/Cluster meetings](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/resources-to-support-meetings/presentations-for-use-at-collaborative-cluster-meetings/) - [Accelerated Cluster Development](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/primary-care-cluster-community-pharmacy-lead-role-2/accelerated-cluster-development/) - [CPCL Newsletters](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/primary-care-cluster-community-pharmacy-lead-role-2/cpcl-newsletters/) - [Help Us, Help You Campaign](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/help-us-help-you-d59/) - [Welsh Language](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/) - [Train to Become a Pharmacy Technician: What You Need to Know](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/workforce-support/train-to-become-a-pharmacy-technician/) - Pharmacy Technicians are Pharmacy professionals who play an integral part in helping patients to make the most of their medicines. As the role of a Pharmacy Technician has developed over time, their knowledge and skills have made them more of an asset to the Pharmacy and Multidisciplinary team. To be able to register and practice - [HEIW Access To Courses](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/workforce-support/heiw-access-to-courses/) - As a reminder, the qualifications needed to apply for Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice (Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Course) are: 4 GCSE’s or equivalent at grade C or above which must include English Language, Maths and Science. If you do not have the required qualification please see the FAQ for further details on - [Pharmacy Technician FAQs](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/pharmacy-technician-faqs/) - [Advanced Practice Level](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacist-training-support/advanced-practice-level/) - [Continued Professional Development (CPD)](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/cpd/) - [Valproate Resources](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/valproate-resources-for-high-risk-medicines-d91/) - [Supply](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/) - [Original Pack Dispensing](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/original-pack-dispensing/) - The National Health Service (Pharmaceutical Services) (Wales) Regulations 2024 Original Pack Dispensing One Page Summary - [Managing Drug Shortages](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/managing-drug-shortages-d25/) - [Managed Repeat Guidance](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/other/managed-repeat-guidance/) - [Cross Border Prescription Charges](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/other/cross-border-prescription-charges/) - Cross Border Prescription Charges 2024/25 - [Post Payment Verification (PPV)](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/other/post-payment-verification-d88/) - [Discharge Medicines Review (DMR)](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/discharge-medicines-review-dmr/) - [Choose Pharmacy Leaflets and Privacy Notice](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/using-the-platform-help-and-support/choose-pharmacy-leaflets-and-privacy-notice/) - [User Guides](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/using-the-platform-help-and-support/user-guides/) - [NIIAS](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/niias-d13/) - [Choose Pharmacy Remote Access](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/choose-pharmacy-remote-access-d85/) - [Emergency Medicines Supply (EMS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/emergency-medicines-supply/) - [Availability Tool](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/availability-tool/) - [Antimicrobial Guidelines](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/antimicrobial-guidelines/) - [Accreditation pathways for Pharmacists starting to practice in Wales](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/accreditation-pathways-for-pharmacists-starting-to-d59/) - [National Just In Case Pack Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/national-just-in-case-pack-service-d10/) - [How To Print The Welsh MAR Chart](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/mar-chart-service-2023/how-to-print-the-welsh-mar-chart/) - [Blood Borne Virus Testing](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/blood-borne-virus-testing/) - [Primary Care Clusters](https://cpwales.org.uk/collaboration-clusters/primary-care-clusters-d50/) - [WIS (Welsh Immunisation System) TRAINING](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/seasonal-flu-vaccination/wis-training/) - [Periods of Treatment](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/periods-of-treatment/) - [Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/) - [IP & Advanced Practice Funding Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/ip-advanced-practice-funding-information/) - [Using The Platform - Help And Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/choose-pharmacy/using-the-platform-help-and-support/) - [Regulations & Essential Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/) - [Collaborative Working & Clusters](https://cpwales.org.uk/collaboration-clusters/collaborative-working/) - [SB LHB Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/lhb-contact-information/) - Lowri Lowe - Primary Care Manager: Lowri.Lowe@wales.nhs.uk Amy David - Primary Care Pharmacist (Community Pharmacy Professional Lead): Amy.david2@wales.nhs.uk Elinor Morgan, Primary Care Development Manager: Elinor.Morgan@wales.nhs.uk Sarah John, Primary Care Development Manager: Sarah.John@wales.nhs.uk All community pharmacy queries: SBU.CommunityPharmacyOffice@wales.nhs.uk - [Shared Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/shared-services/) - [Submission of Prescriptions for Pricing](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/medicines-shortages-d30/submission-of-prescriptions-for-pricing-d14/) - Submission of prescriptions supplied under a Serious Shortages Protocol (SSP) WP34C: New form for contractors to use for the submission of Prescriptions (starting with the submission of April 2019 prescriptions) Contractors will be aware that as a requirement for the Quality & Safety Scheme 2019/20 that as of April 2019 they will need to declare - [Duty of Candour](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/dispensing-errors/duty-of-candour/) - [Once for Wales Concerns Management System (OfWCMS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/dispensing-errors/once-for-wales-concerns-management-system-ofwcms/) - [Supervised Administration National Enhanced Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/supervised-administration-national-enhanced-servic-d45/) - [CPW Social Media](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/cpw-social-media/) - [Changes to Terms of Service 2024](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/medicines-shortages-d30/changes-to-terms-of-service-2024/) - Legislation.gov.uk - [Items Identified as Low Value for Prescribing in Wales](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/items-identified-as-low-value-for-prescribing-in-wales/) - Server for Prescribing Information Reporting and Analysis (SPIRA) - All Wales Therapeutics and Toxicology Centre - [BCUHB Health Board Specific Contractual Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/health-board-specific-contractual-information-3/) - [Supervised TB Drugs](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/supervised-tb-drugs/) - Supervised TB Drugs Service Level Agreement - [Inhaler Review Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/inhaler-review-service/) - Agreement Form Community Pharmacy Inhaler Review Service - [Aneurin Bevan Claiming for Local Enhanced Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/claiming-for-local-enhanced-services/) - Monthly Palliative Care EMP Medication Administration Scheme Emergency Supply Just in Case SSP MARs Other Claim Forms Initial Pharmaceutical Assessment Form (AI1) NECAF - [ABUHB Local Additional Clinical Service (LACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/abuhb-clinical-services/abuhb-local-additional-clinical-service-lacs/) - The services listed below are locally commissioned by ABUHB from some pharmacies. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the option of providing it should contact the ABUHB Pharmacy Team or email info@cpwales.org.uk Directly Observed Therapy - [Disruptions to Supply](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/medicines-shortages-d30/disruptions-to-supply/) - CPhO_MedsLet_2025_022 - Diazepam 10mg per 2ml solution for injection ampoules (1) CPhO_MedsLet_2025_025 - Buprenorphine CPhO-MedsLet-2025-024-Lidocaine Tolterodine 2mg and 4mg modified-release capsules - [Prescribing of Branded Generics in NHS Wales: Position Statement](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/supply/prescribing-of-branded-generics-in-nhs-wales-position-statement/) - The prescribing of branded generics should not routinely be undertaken in NHS Wales unless there is a specific, clinical reason for doing so. Generic prescribing allows any suitable generic (or its brand or branded generic equivalent) to be dispensed, and opens the possibility for a number of benefits to be realised by both patients and - [BCUHB National Additional Clinical Service (NACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/bcuhb-clinical-services-august-2023-update/bcuhb-national-additional-clinical-service-nacs/) - These services have nationally agreed specification templates and fees. Not all national services are commissioned by all Health Boards. The National Services commissioned in BCUHB are listed below. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the - [Medicines Shortages](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/medicines-shortages-d30/) - ​Reminder for contractors: When a medication is available as both a standard generic medication and an unlicensed special, the prescription will be paid as the generic unless there is an indication from the prescriber that a specific brand or unlicensed special is to be given in place. Contractors should also ensure that all appropriate endorsements - [The General data Protection Regulation (GDPR)](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/the-general-data-protection-regulation-gdpr-2/) - On 4 May 2016, the GDPR was published in the Official Journal of the European Union and officially came into force on 24 May 2016. There is a two year implementation period and therefore, the GDPR will only be applicable from 25 May 2018. Perhaps the most seismic overhaul of data protection in the last 20 years, - [Conditions out of Scope for PIPs](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/pips-pharmacist-independent-prescribing-service-common-ailments-and-contraception/conditions-out-of-scope-for-pips/) - To further help clarify the scope, we have produced a list of conditions/products that should be considered out of scope and not routinely treated/prescribed under the PIPS service Wound care (acute or chronic) - where wounds need dressing, the patient should be referred to a minor injuries unit, or advised to purchase suitable products Animal / - [NECAF Claiming](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/claiming/electronic-claiming-d17/) - National Electronic Claim and Audit Forms (NECAF) NECAF update 01 May 2025: Access to claiming for Quality, Workforce & Continuity, which were part of the CPCF agreed in previous years, has been closed since the beginning of May 2025 pending the outcome of the 25/26 CPCF negotiations. Contractors are advised to keep data from 01 - [Claiming](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/claiming/) - [Background Information From Previous Years](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/cpcf-documents/cpcf-2024-25-supporting-material/background-information-from-previous-years/) - [Funding Flows](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-negotiations/cpcf-documents/cpcf-2024-25-supporting-material/funding-flows/) - DISPENSING COMPENSATION MECHANISM – PERIOD OF TREATMENT CHANGES From 31 May 2022 a new claim screen will be added to NECAF to enable contractors to claim for compensation where they have seen a decrease in their dispensing items (in excess of 7%) due to a change in period of treatment. Contractors will be asked to - [Information Governance (IG) Toolkit- Staff IG Training](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/information-governance-and-clinical-governance-toolkit-2024-now-live/information-governance-training/) - As part of the new IG Toolkit, contractors are required to confirm that their teams have undergone IG Training. There is no requirement to do any specific training package and contractors can choose to access training through any supplier. Information Governance Training is available to contractors through learning@Wales... Quick start guide to Information Governance learning - [MAR Chart Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/mar-chart-service-2023/) - [Translation services to support non English speaking patients](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/translation-services-to-support-non-english-speaking-patients/) - LHBs have contracted Language Line to provide translation services for contractors to support patients who require assistance. The user guide explains how to access the service. Each LHB has an unique access code, we encourage contractors to contact their LHB leads to get this access code. Language Line User Guide - [CCPS](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/) - [Betsi CD Lin Report](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/contractor-communications-4/) - [ABUHB LHB Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/lhb-contact-information-2/) - Community Pharmacy Advisor Richard.Evans8@wales.nhs.uk - [BCUHB Local Additional Clinical Service (LACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/bcuhb-clinical-services-august-2023-update/bcuhb-local-additional-clinical-service-lacs/) - The services listed below are locally commissioned by BCUHB from some pharmacies. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the option of providing it should contact the BCUHB Pharmacy Team or email info@cpwales.org.uk Directly Observed Therapy - [Pharmacy Opening Hours](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/pharmacy-opening-hours/) - [ABUHB Clinical Community Pharmacy Service (CCPS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/abuhb-clinical-services/abuhb-clinical-community-pharmacy-service-ccps/) - The below Services were replaced on 1st November 2022 with the CCPS Single Specification. The CCPS service specification and further information on each service can be found here. Common Ailments Scheme (Includes Sore Throat Test and Treat) Emergency Medicines Service Urgent Contraception Services - [BCUHB Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/bcuhb-clinical-services-august-2023-update/) - [CPW Manifesto 2026 Launch at the Senedd](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-manifesto-2026-launch-at-the-senedd/) - [Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Service - Evaluation](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/ccps/common-ailments-service/urinary-tract-infection-uti-service/urinary-tract-infection-uti-service-evaluation/) - Freepost Address for Printed UTI Evaluation Forms Contractors will be aware that as part of the All Wales CAS-UTI service participating pharmacies were asked to encourage patients to complete a survey as part of the service evaluation. Whilst stocks of pre-printed envelopes and letters are exhausted a QR code for an electronic version of the - [DMR Information Videos](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/discharge-medicines-review-dmr/dmr-information-videos/) - DMR video – Community Pharmacy teams – how to complete a DMR – English DMR video – Community Pharmacy teams – how to complete a DMR – English with subtitles DMR video –Public – What is the DMR service? – English with subtitles DMR video –Public – What is the DMR service? – English - [Contractors Area](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/) - [HDUHB Community Pharmacy Clinical Service (CCPS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/hywel-dda-3/hduhb-clinical-services/hduhb-community-pharmacy-clinical-service-ccps/) - The below Services were replaced on 1st November 2022 with the CCPS Single Specification. The CCPS service specification and further information on each service can be found here. Common Ailments Scheme Contraception Emergency Medicines Service - [CVUHB LHB Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/lhb-contact-information-2/) - Louise Allen - Head of Community Pharmacy louise.allen2@wales.nhs.uk Tracy Mends - Primary Care Contract Support Manager - Community Pharmacy tracy.mends@wales.nhs.uk - [CTMUHB LHB Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/lhb-contact-information-4/) - Sam Fisher - Chief Pharmacist – Primary Care & Medicines Optimisation samantha.fisher4@wales.nhs.uk Jason Carroll – Principal Pharmacist: Community Services jason.carroll@wales.nhs.uk Carys James – Community Pharmacy Facilitator Carys.James6@wales.nhs.uk Meinir Davies – Medicines Management Support Officer MMPU Meinir.Davies3@wales.nhs.uk - [Powys Claiming for Local Enhanced Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/powys-2/claiming-for-local-enhanced-services/) - Powys Claim Forms Supervised Consumption Claim Form Care Home Medication Assessment Form Domiciliary Care MAR Claim Form Palliative Care Emergency Medicine Pharmacy Claim Form Palliative Care Claim Form Sharps Claim Form Simple Asthma Claim Form Varenicline Claim Form Rota Claim Forms Rota Claim Form Other Claim Forms Initial Pharmaceutical Assessment Form (AI1) NECAF - [PTHB Service Specifications and SLA's](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/powys-2/service-specifications-and-slas/) - Powys Service Specifications can be found here: https://pthb.nhs.wales/services/medicines-management/community-pharmacy-repository/ Please note the site is password protected to limit access to community pharmacy – password is Medicines1 Patient Group Directions (PGDs) - Powys Teaching Health Board (nhs.wales) (select Community Pharmacy PGDs). - [PTHB LHB Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/powys-2/lhb-contact-information/) - Gail Brown - gail.brown@wales.nhs.uk powys.communitypharmacy@wales.nhs.uk - [BCUHB Clinical Community Pharmacy Service (CCPS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/bcuhb-clinical-services-august-2023-update/bcuhb-clinical-community-pharmacy-service-ccps/) - The below Services were replaced on 1st November 2022 with the CCPS Single Specification. The CCPS service specification and further information on each service can be found here. Common Ailments Scheme Contraception Services Emergency Medicines Service Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Service - BCU has an Addendum To maximise influenza immunisation uptake amongst eligible staff working in - [CTMUHB Clinical Community Pharmacy Service (CCPS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cwm-taf-morgannwg/ctmuhb-clinical-services/ctmuhb-clinical-community-pharmacy-service-ccps/) - The below Services were replaced on 1st November 2022 with the CCPS Single Specification. The CCPS service specification and further information on each service can be found here. Common Ailments Scheme Contraception Services Emergency Medicines Service - [CVUHB Clinical Community Pharmacy Service (CCPS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/cvuhb-clinical-services/cvuhb-clinical-community-pharmacy-service-ccps/) - The below Services were replaced on 1st November 2022 with the CCPS Single Specification. The CCPS service specification and further information on each service can be found here. Common Ailments Scheme (Includes Sore Throat Test and Treat and UTI) Emergency Medicines Service Urgent Contraception Services - [ETC – Frequently Asked Questions](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/electronic-transmission-of-claims-d75/etc-frequently-asked-questions/) - To support contractors in the implementation of Electronic Transmission of Claims (ETC), Primary Care Services and CPW have developed a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).The FAQs, which are hosted on the Primary Care Services website and will be updated in response to contractor queries. The FAQs can be accessed here. - [Electronic Transmission of Claims](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/electronic-transmission-of-claims-d75/) - As stated in the Drug Tariff to receive the recurring connectivity payment of £200pcm contractors are required to have a system compliant with Phase 2 releases 1,2 and 3 (which includes the Electronic Transmission of Claims (ETC) service). As of 1 April 2019 the Drug Tariff will also include the following requirements: “From June 2019, - [HEIW Pharmacy Technician Regional Leads Directory](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/heiw-pharmacy-technician-regional-leads-directory/) - Name Email Area Post Registration general emails heiw.postregpharmacytechnician@wales.nhs.uk Kath Beach kath.beach@wales.nhs.uk Rhian Williams (Post registration Pharmacy business support) Rhian.williams18@wales.nhs.uk Georgia Hill georgiahill2@wales.nhs.uk ABUHB Karen Rayner Karen.rayner2@wales.nhs.uk SBUHB Kerry Martin kerrymartin2@wales.nhs.uk CVUHB Helen King helen.king@wales.nhs.uk HDUHB Gwennan Williams gwennan.williams8@wales.nhs.uk BCUHB Joanne Dudley Joanne.dudley3@wales.nhs.uk BCUHB Nicola Williams nicola.williams31@wales.nhs.uk CMTUHB POWYS* *Any Powys queries please contact the - [Other](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/other/) - [CPCF Deadlines for 2024/25](https://cpwales.org.uk/actions-required-monthly/) - [Optometry Collaborative Working](https://cpwales.org.uk/collaboration-clusters/collaborative-working/archived-collaborative-working-documents/optometry-visits/) - [Workforce Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/workforce-support/) - [Pharmacist Training](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacist-training-support/) - [Pharmacy Technician Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/training/pharmacy-technician-support/) - [Referrals between Optometry and Pharmacy](https://cpwales.org.uk/collaboration-clusters/collaborative-working/archived-collaborative-working-documents/optometry-visits/referrals-between-optometry-and-pharmacy-d51/) - Optometry to Pharmacy Referral Form (Word Document / PDF) **Pharmacy to Optometry referrals - patients presenting with suspected bacterial conjunctivitis or undiagnosed dry eye, should be offered a consultation under CAS and formally referred for assessment using the “refer to optometrist” option. This will enable assessment of initial symptoms, recording of a clear intervention and an audit - [Greener Primary Care](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/greener-primary-care-d64/) - [Provision of Compliance Aids](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/provision-of-compliance-aids-d69/) - [Dispensing and Prescribing Data](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/data/) - [Team Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/engagement-team-contact-information/) - Name Role Area Contact Number Email Address Jayne Howard Associate Director Contractor Services Jayne.Howard@cpwales.org.uk Steve Simmonds Contractor Services Development Executive 02920442070 Steve.Simmonds@cpwales.org.uk Aled Roberts Associate Director Contractor Engagement supporting contractors in CTMUHB, PTHB, BCUHB (Conwy & Denbighshire) 07376468572 Aled.Roberts@cpwales.org.uk Kayleigh Williams Associate Director Contractor Engagement supporting contractors in HDUHB, SBUHB, BCUHB (Anglesey, Gwynedd) 07538 050542 - [Endorsement Guide](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/endorsement-guide-d91/) - [Drug Tariff](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/drug-tariff-d17/) - From April 2021, the Drug Tariff will no longer be printed and distributed by the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA). March 2021 will be the final month in which a printed Drug Tariff will be circulated to community pharmacies. Digital formats (an electronic and PDF version) of the Drug Tariff will continue to be available - [HDUHB Local Additional Clinical Service (LACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/hywel-dda-3/hduhb-clinical-services/hduhb-local-additional-clinical-service-lacs/) - The services listed below are locally commissioned by HDUHB from some pharmacies. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the option of providing it should contact the HDUHB Pharmacy Team or email info@cpwales.org.uk Patient Sharps TB - [Public Health Campaigns](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/essential-services-d84/public-health-campaigns-d37/) - Public Health Campaigns are currently suspended. - [Communications](https://cpwales.org.uk/communications/) - [CPW Board Meetings](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/cpw-board-meetings/) - Name Date/Time Agenda Board Meeting 23 April 2024 23/04/2024 10:00 The minutes from this meeting will be added soon Board Meeting - 23 January 2024 23/10/2024 10:00 The minutes from this meeting will be added soon Board Meeting - 24 October 2023 24/10/2023 10:00 The minutes from this meeting will be added soon Board Meeting - [Pharmacy Needs Assessment Review - Invitation for feedback](https://cpwales.org.uk/pharmacy-needs-assessment-review-invitation-for-feedback/) - PNA Review - Cover Letter PDF PNA Review - Questionnaire PNA Review - Response Form - [Common Ailments Service Formulary Queries](https://cpwales.org.uk/common-ailments-service-formulary-queries/) - [PTHB: Welsh Language Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/pthb-welsh-language-support/) - Under the Welsh Language Regulations Health Boards are required to provide an English to Welsh Translation Service for community pharmacy to enable contractors to obtain Welsh Language translations of signs or notices displayed in connection with its primary care services and are also required to make available a badge for pharmacy staff to wear to - [SBUHB: Welsh Language Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/welsh-language-support-sbuhb/) - Contractors in SBUHB with queries in relation to the Welsh Language requirements for Primary care are asked to contact 01639 684557 - [HDUHB: Welsh language support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/welsh-language-support-hduhb/) - Translation Request Form Contractors in HDUHB requiring Welsh language translations of signs/ notices displayed in relation to their primary care services are asked to complete the attached translation form and email it translation.welsh.hdd@wales.nhs.uk Contractors should Contact the Welsh language team to order your work Welsh merchandise: Welsh speaker lanyards Welsh speaker badges Learner lanyards Give - [CTMUHB: Welsh Language Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/ctmuhb-welsh-language-support-d12/) - All enquiries should be directed to: The Pharmacy Team at CTM_CommPharmEnquiries@wales.nhs.uk or; The Welsh Language team at CTT_welsh_translation@wales.nhs.uk as appropriate (1)Where an NHS pharmacist provides pharmaceutical services through the medium of Welsh, the NHS pharmacist must notify the Local Health Board on whose pharmaceutical list(5) the NHS pharmacist is included, in writing. – Inform CTM_CommPharmEnquiries@wales.nhs.uk) who will - [CVUHB: Welsh Language Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/cardiff-and-vale-welsh-language-support-d29/) - Contractors requiring any support in respect of the Welsh Language regulations for primary care in CAVUHB are asked to contact Tracy.Mends@wales.nhs.uk This includes requests for Welsh language lapel badges etc. - [BCUHB: Welsh Language Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/welsh-language-support-d6/) - Welsh Language Resources – BCUHB Under the Welsh Language Regulations Health Boards are required to provide an English to Welsh Translation Service for community pharmacy to enable contractors to obtain Welsh Language translations of signs or notices displayed in connection with its primary care services. If contractors require translation in BCUHB they are asked to - [ABUHB: Welsh Language Support](https://cpwales.org.uk/wider-health-resources/welsh-language-d92/abuhb-welsh-language-support-d6/) - Welsh Language Questionnaire ABUHB For all queries or contact in respect of the Welsh Language requirements for primary care for contractors in ABUHB please contact Rhiannon Davies (Aneurin Bevan UHB - Organisational Development) Rhiannon.Davies4@wales.nhs.uk - [Essential Small Pharmacies](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/other/essential-small-pharmacies-d22/) - An Essential Small Pharmacy Scheme operates in Wales. The scheme is different to the ESPS LPS scheme operated in England. The details of the scheme are to be found in the England and Wales Drug Tariff For 2016 the scheme applied where, in any one year the pharmacy dispenses fewer than 35,160 prescriptions; and that - [Dictionary of Medicines and Devices DM&D](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/other/dictionary-of-medicines-and-devices-dm-d-d68/) - The information on DM&D on the CPE website applies in Wales. Please use the following link NHS medicines database (dm+d) - Community Pharmacy England (cpe.org.uk) The NHS Medicines Database known as the Dictionary of Medicines and Devices (dm+d) can be accessed using the link below. First time users of the service will need to register - [Covid-19](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/powys-2/covid-19/) - Supervised Administration Kaleidoscope Contact list Key Worker Authorisation Letter HCP Testing Emergency Supply of Controlled Drugs WHC COVID-19 Spring Booster Vaccination Programme 2024 - [SBUHB Local Additional Clinical Service (LACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sbuhb-clinical-services/sbuhb-local-additional-clinical-service-lacs/) - The services listed below are locally commissioned by SBUHB from some pharmacies. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the option of providing it should contact the SBUHB Pharmacy Team or email info@cpwales.org.uk MAR Chart - Medicines - [SBUHB National Additional Clinical Service (NACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sbuhb-clinical-services/sbuhb-national-additional-clinical-service-nacs/) - These services have nationally agreed specification templates and fees. Not all national services are commissioned by all Health Boards. The National Services commissioned in SBUHB are listed below and can be found here. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would - [HDUHB National Additional Clinical Service (NACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/hywel-dda-3/hduhb-clinical-services/hduhb-national-additional-clinical-service-nacs/) - These services have nationally agreed specification templates and fees. Not all national services are commissioned by all Health Boards. The National Services commissioned in HDUHB are listed below and can be found here. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like - [CVUHB National Additional Clinical Service (NACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/cvuhb-clinical-services/cvuhb-national-additional-clinical-service-nacs/) - These services have nationally agreed specification templates and fees. Not all national services are commissioned by all Health Boards. The National Services commissioned in CVUHB are listed below and can be found here. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who - [SBUHB Community Pharmacy Clinical Service (CCPS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sbuhb-clinical-services/sbuhb-community-pharmacy-clinical-service-ccps/) - The below Services were replaced on 1st November 2022 with the CCPS Single Specification. The CCPS service specification and further information on each service can be found here. Common Ailments Scheme Contraception Flu Vaccination Emergency Medicines Service - [SBUHB Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sbuhb-clinical-services/) - [HDUHB Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/hywel-dda-3/hduhb-clinical-services/) - [RPS revises position on prescribing and dispensing by same healthcare professional](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/pips-pharmacist-independent-prescribing-service-common-ailments-and-contraception/rps-revises-position-on-prescribing-and-dispensing-by-same-healthcare-professional/) - Position statement on prescribing with explanation The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has revised and updated its position on the separation of prescribing and dispensing or administration of a medicine by the same healthcare professional in response to changing practices in healthcare. Previous guidance emphasised the need for separation of prescribing and dispensing, other than in - [BCUHB Safeguarding Contacts](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/safeguarding/) - Corporate Safeguarding Team Contact List - [Hywel Dda LHB Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/hywel-dda-3/hywel-dda-lhb-contact-informationn/) - Main Email Address: CommunityPharmacy.HDD@wales.nhs.uk Name Email Address Telephone Number Tracey Huggins Tracey.Huggins@wales.nhs.uk 07989 699441 Kirsty Thomas Kirsty.Thomas5@wales.nhs.uk 07773 599127 Alys Williams Alys.Williams@wales.nhs.uk 07970 408572 - [Introduction to Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment](https://cpwales.org.uk/regulations-essential-services/pna/pharmaceutical-needs-assessment-d5/) - The way in which pharmacy applications are granted has changed and the National Health Services (Pharmaceutical Services) (Wales) Regulations 2013, which included the “necessary and expedient” test, has been replaced by the NHS (Pharmaceutical Services) (Wales) Regulations 2020 which includes the new market entry test. As of 1st October 2021, Heath Boards in Wales (LHBs) have - [Antimicrobial Stewardship Campaign](https://cpwales.org.uk/antimicrobial-stewardship-campaign-d34/) - Antibiotic Checklist (English / Welsh) Antimicrobial Stewardship and Resistance for Prescribers Self-care Leaflet (English / Welsh) Common Infection User Guide Community Pharmacy Cover Letter TARGET Patient Leaflet Poster (English / Welsh) Community Pharmacy Counselling Checklist - [EHC](https://cpwales.org.uk/ehc-d97/) - Services and Commissioning EHC Record Form - [Address to send pharmacy and pharmacist listing forms for Enhanced services](https://cpwales.org.uk/address-to-send-pharmacy-and-pharmacist-listing-fo-d38/) - Contractor Services NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Floor 3, Matrix House Northern Boulevard Matrix Park Swansea Enterprise Park Swansea SA6 8BX Re-Location NHS Wales SSP – Swansea Office Please see the below flyer from NWSSP for further details on their premises move. They will notify you of (New) telephone numbers in due course. Relocation Flyer - [CPW Template Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/cpw-template-services-d36/) - Care Home Support Service Review & Medicines Optimisation Medicines Optimisation and Waste Reduction Service Anti-coagulation Monitoring Service - Warfarin Alcohol Support Service - [Patient Groups](https://cpwales.org.uk/patient-groups/) - Age UK Alzheimer's Society Asthma UK Blood Pressure Association Breast Cancer Now British Heart Foundation British Lung Foundation Cancer Research UK Diabetes UK Epilepsy Action MIND Parkinsons UK Heart UK The Patients Association The Stroke Association Wellbeing of Women - [Other Organisations](https://cpwales.org.uk/other-organisations-d79/) - Consumer Associations and Patient Groups Diabetes UK General Healthcare Organisations Association of British Healthcare Industries National Association of Primary Care NHS Alliance NHS Confederation Public Health Network Cymru Health Profession's bodies British Dental Association British Medical Association General Chiropractic Council General Medical Council General Optical Council General Osteopathic Council Health Professions Council Nursing and Midwifery - [Funding and statistics](https://cpwales.org.uk/funding-and-statistics-d61/) - CPW briefings on Funding and Statistics CPCF 2021/22 CPhO letter – Additional Funding for Community Pharmacies January 2022 Drug Tariff Dispensing at a loss - [Services and commissioning](https://cpwales.org.uk/services-and-commissioning-d54/) - Details of the Regulations and regulatory matters can be found on the CPE website at National Pharmacy Services - Community Pharmacy England (cpe.org.uk) There are a number of variations to the arrangements in England and these are shown below. Collaborative Working Scheme Continuity DBS Checks Pivotell Quality Scheme Services Accreditation Table - [CVUHB Local Additional Clinical Service (LACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/cvuhb-clinical-services/cvuhb-local-additional-clinical-service-lacs/) - The services listed below are locally commissioned by CVUHB from some pharmacies. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the option of providing it should contact the CVUHB Pharmacy Team or email info@cpwales.org.uk Out of Hours - [CVUHB Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/cvuhb-clinical-services/) - [ABUHB National Additional Clinical Service (NACS)](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/abuhb-clinical-services/abuhb-national-additional-clinical-service-nacs/) - These services have nationally agreed specification templates and fees. Not all national services are commissioned by all Health Boards. The National Services commissioned in ABUHB are listed below. For any service provided, pharmacies must satisfy the commissioning requirements for that particular service. Anyone not commissioned for a service but who would like to explore the - [ABUHB Clinical Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/abuhb-clinical-services/) - [PIPs Experiential Learning and Clinical Links Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/pips-pharmacist-independent-prescribing-service-common-ailments-and-contraception/pips-experiential-learning-and-clinical-links-service/) - [PIPS](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/pips-pharmacist-independent-prescribing-service-common-ailments-and-contraception/) - [Advanced Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/advanced-services-d96/) - Discharge Medicines Review (DMR) Post Payment Verification (PPV) Protocol - [Hywel Dda](https://cpwales.org.uk/hywel-dda-d90/) - Supervised Administration Guidance Symptom Management for Patients with Covid-19 infections Palliative Care: Triage Poster Optometric Practises Information Covid-19 Updates April May June - [HD Advice to Care Homes](https://cpwales.org.uk/advice-to-care-homes/) - Advice to Care Homes Service Level Agreement - [Young Carers ID](https://cpwales.org.uk/young-carers-id-d68/) - Supporting Young Carers: A Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Staff English / Welsh Information Guide for Young Carers English / Welsh ​ - [Welsh Language in Primary Care FAQ](https://cpwales.org.uk/welsh-language-in-primary-care-faq-d49/) - Welsh Language in Primary Care FAQ Letter - (English) ​Welsh Language in Primary Care FAQ - (English) Welsh Language in Primary Care FAQ Letter - (Welsh) ​Welsh Language in Primary Care FAQ - (Welsh) - [Publications](https://cpwales.org.uk/publications-2/) - Journals British Medical Journal Chemist + Druggist Health Service Journal International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding Pharmaceutical Journal Pharmacy Management Journal The Lancet Other Medicine Guides The eMC Publications British Pharmacopoeia - [Undergraduate Training Placements Stakeholder event (Link to recording)](https://cpwales.org.uk/undergraduate-training-placements-stakeholder-event-link-to-recording/) - The recording of the event can be accessed here Funded Pharmacy Undergraduate Placement Programme Wales Undergraduate Placement Communications 22/23 Expressions of Interest - [Support from contractors – Key Workers](https://cpwales.org.uk/support-from-contractors-key-workers/) - Key worker definition document Key worker letter template RPS supporting letter - [Support for older people](https://cpwales.org.uk/support-for-older-people-1/) - Get help stay safe leaflet (English / Welsh) - [Single Use Plastic Product Bill](https://cpwales.org.uk/single-use-plastic-product-bill/) - The Environmental Protection (Single-use Plastic Products) (Wales) Bill (Bill) was passed by the Senedd on the 6 December. Please be aware that the Bill removed the exemption for single-use carrier bags for dispensed products. Welsh Government have prepared initial awareness raising infographic materials (below) for businesses and disabled people. Single Use Plastic Products - Businesses Single Use - [Sharps Return Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/sharps-return-service/) - Letter to Community Pharmacists Sharps Return Service Specification Commissioning Community Pharmacy - signup process NECAF User Guide - [Post-Registration Foundation (PRF) stakeholder event](https://cpwales.org.uk/post-registration-foundation-prf-stakeholder-eve/) - Post-Registration Foundation Pharmacist Stakeholder Event recording and summary document English Welsh - [January 2024 HEIW Post Registration Foundation Pharmacist Programme](https://cpwales.org.uk/january-2024-heiw-post-registration-foundation-pharmacist-programme/) - Opportunities for early career pharmacists: January 2024 vacancies now open, 25 October 2023 Embark on a journey of professional in Wales with the HEIW Post-registration Foundation Pharmacist Programme Are you an early career pharmacist looking to take your professional journey to the next level? Do you aspire to develop a solid foundation in pharmacy and - [Pharmacy Organisations](https://cpwales.org.uk/pharmacy-organisations/) - Pharmacy Negotiating Bodies Community Pharmacy England Community Pharmacy Scotland Community Pharmacy Northern Ireland Pharmacy Organisations Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry Association of Independent Multiple Pharmacies All Wales Medicines Strategy Group Healthcare Distribution Association British Society for the History of Pharmacy Company Chemists Association General Pharmaceutical Council Guild of Healthcare Pharmacists National Association of Woman - [NADEX Registration](https://cpwales.org.uk/nadex-registration/) - Guidance on obtaining a NADEX password - [Medicines Use review (MUR)](https://cpwales.org.uk/medicines-use-review-mur/) - The Medicine Use Review service is currently suspended - [Managing patients with negative swabs](https://cpwales.org.uk/managing-patients-with-negative-swabs/) - Treating your infection Form - English Treating your infection Form - Welsh To: Pharmacists trained to provide the Sore Throat Test and Treat service in BCUHB Dear All, There have been some queries regarding how best to manage patients who appear to have a ‘bad’ sore throat, but who have a negative swab, so I - [Local Health Boards](https://cpwales.org.uk/local-health-boards-d26/) - Aneurin Bevan Local Health Board Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Cardiff & Vale University Health Board Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Hywel Dda University Health Board Powys Teaching Health Board Swansea Bay University Health Board - [Community Pharmacy Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/types-of-community-pharmacy-services/) - To view a full list of Community Pharmacy Services that are currently being provided please click here. - [Independent Prescribing – Acute Conditions Enhanced Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/independent-prescribing-acute-conditions-enhanced-service/) - Equipment and Facilities Guidance Independent Prescribing for Acute Conditions - [Hywel Dda Smoking Cessation Service Pilot](https://cpwales.org.uk/hywel-dda-smoking-cessation-service-pilot/) - Smoking Cessation Service - Pilot Smoking Cessation Letter to Contractors - [Discharge Reconciliation Service (Pilot) February 2022](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/discharge-reconciliation-service-pilot-february-2022/) - Service Specification Service Level Agreement Premises Listing Form Service Provider Listing Form - [CAVUHB Datix Process](https://cpwales.org.uk/cavuhb-datix-process/) - CAVUHB DATIX PROCESS In accordance with Part 4 of Schedule 5 to the NHS Pharmaceutical Services (Wales) Regulations 2020, community pharmacies are required to have in place “an approved incident reporting system”, together with arrangements for analysing and responding to critical incidents. As you are aware the patient safety incident reporting system, the National Reporting - [Help Us Help You](https://cpwales.org.uk/help-us-help-you/) - Welsh English A ninnau’n dechrau tymor y gaeaf, rydym wedi adnewyddu ein banc asedau Helpu Ni Helpu Chi. Mae ynddo ddeunydd am sut I ddefnyddio gwasnaethau gofal sylfaenol, pa wasanaethau sydd ar gael yn y fferyllfa, a rhai fersiynau cyfryngau cymdeithasol o’r hysbyseb teledu ‘Helpu Ni Helpu Chi – Chi sy’n dechrau’r daith at fod - [GPhC Valproate Update October 2022](https://cpwales.org.uk/gphc-valproate-update-october-2022/) - VALPROATE UPDATE - GPhC Particular recommendations for community pharmacy from GPhC: Our inspectors check the pharmacy team are following the requirements of the Pregnancy Prevention Programme compliance. Pharmacies should: ensure a system is in place in the pharmacy to flag people who are at risk to make sure they are provided with the right information - [Enhanced Services Availability and Accreditation Requirements](https://cpwales.org.uk/enhanced-services-availability-and-accreditation-r-d57/) - Enhanced Services Availability and Accreditation Requirements Enhanced Services Accreditation flowchart Reaccreditation Process Clinical Service Commissioning across Wales End To End Process to sign up to Services on Choose Pharmacy - [Emergency supply of salbutamol inhalers](https://cpwales.org.uk/emergency-supply-of-salbutamol-inhalers-d75/) - Guidance on the use of Emergency Salbutamol Inhalers in Schools in Wales - [Contract Monitoring](https://cpwales.org.uk/contract-monitoring-d84/) - PLANNED CONTRACT MONITORING VISITS ARE CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO THE COVID PANDEMIC. However, LHBs will continue to carry out visits where there are known or suspected issues with contract compliance. Within the Terms of Service, a contractor must allow persons authorised in writing by the LHB to enter and inspect the pharmacy at any reasonable - [PTHB Health Board Specific Contractual Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/powys-2/health-board-specific-contractual-information/) - CD Destruction Request and Record Word PDF Putting Things Right Poster Safeguarding Referral Flowchart - [Community Pharmacy Patient Questionnaire (CPPQ)](https://cpwales.org.uk/patient-questionnaire-d130/) - Community Pharmacy Patient Questionnaire (CPPQ) - [Blue Badge Eligibility leaflets](https://cpwales.org.uk/blue-badge-eligibility-leaflets-d36/) - Blue Badge Eligibility Leaflet - English Blue Badge Eligibility Leaflet - Cymraeg - [Appliance Use Review (AUR)](https://cpwales.org.uk/appliance-use-review-aur/) - Details of the AUR service can be found on the CPE website here. - [HDUHB](https://cpwales.org.uk/hduhb-d12/) - Cluster, Community and Practice Pharmacists - [NHS Jobs](https://cpwales.org.uk/nhs-jobs-d84/) - Following a successful pilot of community pharmacies in Wales using NHS Jobs to advertise roles, this is now open to all community pharmacies in Wales. If you have a role that you would like to advertise (Roles are not restricted to pharmacists and technicians but include any role involved in the provision of NHS pharmaceutical - [CVUHB Health Board Specific Contractual Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/cardiff-vale/health-board-specific-contractual-information-2/) - CVUHB DATIX PROCESS - [BCUHB LHB Contact Information](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/betsi-cadwaldr/lhb-contact-information-3/) - The Prescribing Matters website Links to all BCU prescribing documents, up to date formulary etc. http://howis.wales.nhs.uk/sites3/home.cfm?orgid=475 Community Pharmacy Area The following link takes you straight to the community pharmacy area that contains pages full of essential and useful documents needed to deliver services: http://howis.wales.nhs.uk/sites3/page.cfm?orgid=475&pid=29248 As the website is hosted by HOWIS, - [Approved PMR Suppliers Wales](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/electronic-transmission-of-claims-d75/approved-pmr-suppliers-wales-d22/) - The community pharmacy systems suppliers that are up to date with their accreditation requirements for operating 2D barcode prescription functionality at Welsh Community Pharmacies can be viewed at: System Suppliers - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - [Access to Palliative Drugs Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/access-to-palliative-drugs-service/) - Agreed Care Drug List - [Video Consultation Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/video-consultation-service-d93/) - Communications regarding the Video Consultation Service Minimum IT requirements for VCS Here’s the link to the VCS page - Video Consulting Service (VCS) The overall pharmacy page is - Community Pharmacies - [DBS Checks](https://cpwales.org.uk/dbs-checks-d53/) - Nadex Listing Form GUIDANCE ON THE COMPLETION OF AN ON-LINE DBS FORM (Jan 2022) GUIDANCE ON THE COMPLETION OF AN ON-LINE DBS FORM (Jan 2022) GUIDANCE ON THE COMPLETION OF AN ON-LINE DBS FORM - [Public Health Outcomes Framework](https://cpwales.org.uk/public-health-outcomes-framework-d107/) - NHS Wales Self-Management App for Respiratory Letter (Welsh / English) NHS Wales Self- Management App for Respiratory Leaflet (Welsh / English) - [Display Material](https://cpwales.org.uk/display-material-d97/) - 5 ways you can help your pharmacy (easy read version) - 06/04/20 Welsh 5 ways you can help your pharmacy (easy read version) - 06/04/20 English - [Welsh Language Resources – BCUHB](https://cpwales.org.uk/welsh-language-resources-bcuhb/) - Gerifa Fferyllfa A6 Gerifa Fferyllfa A4 - [Vaccination Guidance](https://cpwales.org.uk/vaccination-guidance-d66/) - Core Competency Assessment Tool Training requirements by Workforce Group For Covid-19 vaccination programme Training resources available for Covid-19 Vaccination delivery - [PRINCIPLE: Update for Pharmacies](https://cpwales.org.uk/principle-update-for-pharmacies-d74/) - Patient Recruitment Poster (English / Welsh) Website Advert Social Media Advert - [PRINCIPLE study in community pharmacy](https://cpwales.org.uk/principle-study-in-community-pharmacy-d21/) - The PRINCIPLE platform study is an UPH study to find treatments for COVID-19. It is now a UK wide study, and the only national priority platform trial in primary care. The study is designed to test a range of treatments in the community, with treatment arms that can be stopped, replaced or added easily, as - [Preparing Month End](https://cpwales.org.uk/preparing-month-end/) - Preparing Month End Sorting and Submitting Guidance - [Situation Report](https://cpwales.org.uk/situation-report/) - Latest Situation Report - [SB Carbon Monoxide Pilot](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sb-carbon-monoxide-pilot/) - Carbon Monoxide Pilot - [SB Palliative Care](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sb-palliative-care/) - Palliative Care Claim Form Service Specification - [Display Material](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/aneurin-bevan-2/display-material/) - Staff Abuse Poster English Version 1 Version 2 Welsh Version 1 Version 2 - [Undergraduate Training Placements](https://cpwales.org.uk/undergraduate-training-placements/) - Undergraduate Training Placements Stakeholder Event - [Sharps Return](https://cpwales.org.uk/sharps-return/) - Sharps Return Service Level Agreement - [How To Print The Welsh MAR Chart - ProScript Connect](https://cpwales.org.uk/how-to-print-the-welsh-mar-chart-proscript-connect/) - Please be aware that on ProScript Connect, the "MARSheetWalesReport" will be selected by default for any new Nursing Homes or Community patients. If you need to change the selected report for an existing home or patient, you can do this by: Going into the home settings Use the drop down under "MAR Chart" Select the - [How To Print The Welsh MAR Chart - Rx Web:](https://cpwales.org.uk/how-to-print-the-welsh-mar-chart-rx-web/) - In RxWeb there is a MAR called National MAR. This is available for all customers. A sample print can be seen here. Information from other IT systems will be added as provided by the various companies. - [Screenshots On NECAF For PIPS – May 2023](https://cpwales.org.uk/screenshots-on-necaf-for-pips-may-2023/) - For Pharmacies Who Have Offered The Service For 12 Months Or More For Pharmacies Who Have Offered The Service For Less Than 12 Months - [Locally Commisioned Services](https://cpwales.org.uk/clinical-services-2/additional-clinical-services/locally-commisioned-services-d23/) - Locally commissioned services are Additional Clinical Services which are agreed between CPW and a Local Health Boards to meet a specific need within the Health Board area. Over the past few years CPW has been successful in negotiating Nationally agreed services for many services that were previously locally agreed and, this year contractors will see - [HDUHB Blood Pressure in community Pharmacy Pilot 2023](https://cpwales.org.uk/hduhb-blood-pressure-in-community-pharmacy-pilot-2023/) - Screening Questionnaire Screening Questionnaire Welsh Service Level Agreement Pharmacy Staff Listing Form Premises Listing Form Pilot Spec - [My Account](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/my-account/) - [Supply of medicines to Schools](https://cpwales.org.uk/supply-of-medicines-to-schools-d68/) - Emergency supply of Salbutamol Inhalers Supply of adrenaline auto-injectors - [Publication of CPPQ Feedback](https://cpwales.org.uk/publication-of-cppq-feedback-d93/) - Sharing the results from your Community Pharmacy Patient Questionnaire (CPPQ) There are some important changes in the way that the results of your Community Pharmacy Patient Questionnaires (CPPQ) should be communicated. Under the revised Clinical Governance arrangements contractors are required to share some of the results with both their LHB and their patients. Informing your - [SB Sharps Return Service](https://cpwales.org.uk/contractors-area/health-board-specific/swansea-bay/sb-sharps-return-service/) - Bridgend Sharps Collection Leaflet - [Out of Pocket Expenses](https://cpwales.org.uk/dispensing-supply/endorsement-guide-d91/out-of-pocket-expenses-d28/) - The Declaration Form (WP34C) no longer has a box for completion when claiming Out of Pocket expenses. Instead, please endorse the script to which the claim refers with the relevant amount (please do not include VAT). There is no need to submit invoices in support of expenses claims. - [Log In](https://cpwales.org.uk/login/)