Skills4Pharmacy is proud to work alongside leading organisations from across the pharmacy sector who share our commitment to improving patient care. Through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and advocacy, our partners help us drive innovation, champion best practice, and support the continued development of pharmacy services across the UK.
Together, we are helping to shape the future of community pharmacy, ensuring pharmacy teams have the resources, guidance, and opportunities they need to deliver high-quality, accessible healthcare for the communities they serve.
Modern Community Pharmacy Practice (MCPP)
Modern Community Pharmacy Practice (MCPP) is a movement, model and strategic planning framework designed to help community pharmacies adapt and thrive in an evolving healthcare landscape. By focusing on leadership, workforce development, clinical services, digital innovation and self-care, MCPP supports pharmacies in transforming their practice to better meet the needs of patients and local health systems. Through practical tools, guidance and collaboration, MCPP aims to inspire and enable community pharmacies to develop sustainable, patient-centred business models that deliver high-quality care, improve health outcomes and strengthen the role of pharmacy within integrated healthcare systems.
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National Pharmacy Association (NPA)
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) is the UK's largest membership organisation for independent community pharmacies. Representing thousands of pharmacies across the country, the NPA provides support, guidance, training and advocacy to help pharmacy teams deliver high-quality patient care and thrive in an evolving healthcare landscape. As the voice of independent community pharmacy, the NPA works closely with government, the NHS and key stakeholders to champion the vital role pharmacies play in improving health outcomes and providing accessible healthcare services within local communities.
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Independent Pharmacies Association (IPA)
The Independent Pharmacies Association (IPA) is a member-led organisation dedicated to representing and supporting independent community pharmacies across the UK. Through advocacy, professional guidance and sector collaboration, the IPA works to ensure the voice of independent pharmacy is heard by government, the NHS and other key stakeholders, helping to shape policies that support the sustainability and growth of the sector. Committed to strengthening independent community pharmacy, the IPA provides its members with access to industry insights, networking opportunities and expert support while championing the essential role pharmacies play in delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare. By promoting collaboration and innovation, the IPA helps independent pharmacies adapt to an evolving healthcare landscape and continue meeting the needs of their local communities.
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Company Chemists' Association (CCA)
The Company Chemists' Association (CCA) is the trade association for large pharmacy operators in England, Scotland and Wales. Established in 1898, the CCA represents its members' interests and brings together their skills, knowledge and scale to support community pharmacy, the NHS, patients and the public. Through policy development, stakeholder engagement and advocacy, the CCA works to enable the evolution of community pharmacy and improve access to high-quality healthcare services across the UK.
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Alphega
Alphega Pharmacy is a leading European network of independent community pharmacies, supporting more than 10,000 member pharmacies across Europe, including a significant network throughout the UK. Through expert business support, professional services, training and innovative healthcare solutions, Alphega helps independent pharmacies strengthen their businesses while continuing to provide exceptional patient care. Backed by Alliance Healthcare, a Cencora company, Alphega Pharmacy enables members to benefit from the strength of a trusted European network while retaining their independence. By providing tailored business guidance, operational support and patient-focused healthcare initiatives, Alphega is committed to helping community pharmacies adapt, grow and play an increasingly important role in improving the health and wellbeing of their local communities.
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Avicenna
Avicenna is the UK's largest independent pharmacy support group, providing expert business support, professional guidance, training and commercial services to a network of more than 1,000 independent community pharmacies. As a wholly independent, member-owned organisation, Avicenna delivers impartial advice and tailored solutions that help pharmacy owners strengthen their businesses while continuing to provide high-quality patient care. Committed to supporting the long-term success of independent community pharmacy, Avicenna works closely with its members to navigate an evolving healthcare landscape through education, operational support, regulatory guidance and innovative services. By empowering independent pharmacies to thrive, Avicenna helps ensure local communities continue to benefit from accessible, patient-centred healthcare.
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Pharmaplus
PharmaPlus is a leading support organisation for independent community pharmacies, providing professional, business and commercial support to more than 200 member pharmacies across London and the surrounding areas. Led by experienced pharmacists, PharmaPlus offers expert guidance, training, regulatory support and access to a trusted network of suppliers, helping independent pharmacies strengthen their businesses while delivering high-quality patient care. Committed to representing and advancing the interests of independent community pharmacy, PharmaPlus works closely with key organisations across the sector to support its members through an evolving healthcare landscape. By combining practical expertise with tailored business solutions, PharmaPlus empowers community pharmacies to grow, innovate and continue serving the healthcare needs of their local communities.
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