Welcome to the website for Community Pharmacy Arden

We represent the views, interests and priorities of pharmacy contractors in Coventry and Warwickshire and collaborate with national and local partners. We deliver credible solutions to actively improve health outcomes of the local population and beyond. At present we represent 181 community pharmacies in Coventry and Warwickshire.

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Data Security and Protection Toolkit Webinar - recording now available

Pharmacy owners can now watch a recording of CPE's online workshop on completing the 2026 Data Security and Protection Toolkit ahead of the 30th June submission deadline.

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Local Pharmacy Network

Introducing a new patient-facing website for Coventry and Warwickshire.

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CPPE Workshops West Midlands October 2025 – March 2026

Download the flyer for the upcoming CPPE in person training courses in the West Midlands.

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Community Pharmacy Arden Latest News

Changes to the Reporting of Temporary Suspensions

From 1 June 2026, the Manage Your Service (MYS) will be the only route to notify ICBs of temporary suspensions/closures. NHS England has announced that…

10th March 2026

Annual flu letter for 2026/27 published

The Department of Health and Social Care, the UK Health Security Agency and NHS England have jointly published the national flu vaccination programme letter for…

10th March 2026

Cybersecurity Webinars for Primary Care

A series of free cybersecurity webinars are available for primary care organisations, including pharmacies. Aims: Share real-world intelligence on current cyber threats Offer simple, effective…

27th February 2026

Ending prescribing of gluten-free foods in Coventry and Warwickshire

Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has announced the decision to end NHS prescribing of gluten-free foods for adults and children diagnosed with coeliac…

27th February 2026

NHS Sexual Safety Charter

Whilst not a mandatory requirement, the NHS Sexual Safety Charter and completion of a self-assessment checklist against the Charter’s principles have been developed as support…

20th February 2026

Pharmacy Pressures Survey 2026 now open

Community Pharmacy England has launched its fifth annual Pharmacy Pressures Survey, and they are keen to hear from all pharmacy owners and staff. The responses…

20th February 2026

Community Pharmacy England Latest News

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Pressures Survey extended: We’re awaiting your response

The deadline to respond to the 2026 Pharmacy Pressures Survey has been extended to 10am on Monday 13th April. Our annual survey monitoring the health of…

9th March 2026

MHRA Class 2 Medicines Recall: Ramipril 5mg capsules (Crescent Pharma Limited)

MHRA Class 2 Medicines Recall: Ramipril 5mg capsules (Crescent Pharma Limited) Drug alert number: EL(26)A/11 Date issued: 06 March 2026 Crescent Pharma Limited is recalling…

6th March 2026

Most price concessions granted since March 2023

The final list of price concessions granted for February 2026 includes 174 lines. This is the highest number of concessions granted since March 2023. Drug…

5th March 2026

MPs highlight valuable role of community pharmacy in Parliament

Community pharmacies received strong backing yesterday in Parliament, with several MPs speaking out in support of the sector, recognising their vital role in community healthcare…

5th March 2026

Medicine Supply Notification: Propranolol 80mg and 160mg modified release capsules – Updated

Update 05/03/2026:  Propranolol 80mg modified release capsules are out of stock until July 2026 Propranolol 160mg modified release capsules are out of stock until July…

5th March 2026

Rolled Over Price Concessions For March 2026

The following price concessions granted in February 2026 have rolled over to March 2026: Drug  Pack size Price concession Quinine sulfate 300mg tablets 28 £2.01…

4th March 2026