Pharmacy
Commons · Question 94940 · Tabled 26 Nov 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 5 Jan 2026
Question
Asked by Charlie Maynard
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what form of impact assessment on pharmacies was carried out prior to changing the payment claim window for pharmacy first services from 3 months to five days.
Answer
Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 5 Jan 2026
As part of delivering the Pharmacy First service, pharmacy contractors receive a monthly fixed payment if they meet specific requirements, which include minimum activity levels.From June 2025, pharmacies delivering 20 to 29 consultations receive £500, whi...