Pharmacy leaders meet Shropshire MP to talk about winter role
Pharmacy leaders have met with Shropshire MP Helen Morgan to hear more about the role they can play reducing A&E waiting times and increase access to treatment this winter.
The drop-in event held in Parliament with representatives from Community Pharmacy England was set-up to showcase the use of pharmacy provision in the wider healthcare system, especially over winter.
The MP has echoed calls made by the sector to deliver a long-term program of investment to support the NHS.
Helen Morgan, Liberal Democrat MP for North Shropshire, said: “It was very useful to meet with Community Pharmacy England to talk about the role they can play improving health services and getting people the support they need.
“This is particularly important in rural areas like Shropshire where too many people have already had bad experiences with A&E this winter.
“Pharmacies can clearly play a role to help reduce demand and combat waiting times - something we desperately need in Shropshire.”
