UK chief pharmaceutical officers launch advisory board to lead professional development of pharmacy

BOPA would like to announce the establishment of the UK Pharmacy Professional Leadership Advisory Board and appointment of Sir Hugh Taylor as its Independent Chair.  BOPA will be a key part of the UK Pharmacy Professional Leadership Advisory Board and we are looking forward to collaborating with colleagues in shaping the future of our Pharmacy profession.

Over three years, the Board will lead the implementation of recommendations from the UK Commission on Pharmacy Professional Leadership.

Through the Board’s work, closer collaboration between pharmacy professional leadership bodies and specialist professional groups will enable and support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to meet the opportunities and challenges ahead.

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