It comes under a new 'radical' plan
Pharmacists have been given the power to treat a number of common illnesses under a new "radical" plan. A significant overhaul of England's GP services is being launched by the NHS, and aims to help millions receive quicker and more convenient care.
The plans come as part of government efforts to help reform overstretched GP services and are the same as similar schemes that worked in Scotland and Wales. When the current Tory government came into power in 2019, they promised to hire an extra 6,000 GPs, but from then until March of this year, the number of GPs actually fell from 28,000 by 500.
"Over 90% of independent community pharmacies’ activities are for the NHS and pharmacies do not pass on their costs on to their patients and customers, consequently, many are operating at a loss. Years of underfunding have left them fighting for their survival. There is a shortfall of £1.
Amanda Pritchard, NHS chief executive said: “GPs and their teams are working incredibly hard to deal with unprecedented demand for appointments. But with an ageing population, we know we need to further expand and transform the way we provide care for our local communities and make these services fit for the future.
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