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Intersection Update – December 2023
Fri 15th December 2023
Intersection is the PDA's newsletter bringing together news from all four PDA Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Networks. We encourage all PDA members to get involved in the networks that are of interest to them.
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GPhC apology highlights importance of the right terminology and use of protected titles
Fri 15th December 2023
A public apology by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) for accidentally using the wrong title for pharmacy technicians on one occasion has contrasted with the ongoing use of an inappropriate term to refer to pharmacists.
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PDA Equalities Council celebrates the year’s successes
Fri 15th December 2023
The Equalities Council is part of the PDA’s democratic structure and includes representatives of the PDA’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Networks. The aim is for members to learn from each other and to work together around intersectional issues.
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PDA BAME Network launches Tokenism Factsheet
Thu 14th December 2023
In recent years, many organisations may have taken positive steps towards fostering diverse work environments. However, the perception of tokenism persists in some workplaces. The PDA BAME Network has put together a factsheet to provide an overview of tokenism in the workplace, and to help pharmacists, trainees and students understand its impact and help them lead a conversation in the workplace on the topic.
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Winners of the Scottish Healthcare Awards 2023 announced
Wed 13th December 2023
On 29 November, the Scottish Healthcare Awards returned for 2023 to shine a spotlight on the talent and triumphs of Scotland’s healthcare professionals. The annual ceremony was the perfect opportunity to unite the sector at the Marriott Hotel in Glasgow.
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Think Winter – Pharmacists within the healthcare team
Sat 9th December 2023
In our latest Member Voice article Jyoti Saini, PDA Regional Committee and Workplace Representative discusses being involved in the ICB's Think Winter campaign which highlights the skills that pharmacists and their support teams can provide for patients.
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Pharmacists tackling climate change
Fri 8th December 2023
This week, the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), of which the PDA is part, is at the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), ensuring the voice of pharmacists is heard.
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PDA investigates claims about Boots Pension Scheme
Thu 7th December 2023
The PDA has written to members in Boots today about the recent changes to the Boots Pension Scheme.
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Appeals process for candidates that sat the registration assessment in November 2023
Wed 6th December 2023
The PDA would like to remind all candidates who sat the November 2023 assessment, and feel that they have grounds to appeal on receipt of their results, to review the GPhC guidance and gather all evidence before taking action.
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PDA Ability Network Newsletter – December 2023
Tue 5th December 2023
Welcome to the PDA Ability Network Newsletter. In this issue read about how we are celebrating Disability History Month and how you can get involved in research into the Electronic Prescription Service. Also, learn about where you can get support if you are struggling with your mental health this winter.