Pharmacy Bank Holiday Resources: View CPE’s briefing and CPPSG’s Opioid checklist

CPE Briefing: Pharmacy Bank Holiday Opening Hours in 2026/2027
This briefing provides essential guidance on requirements for the remainder of 2026 and in 2027. This updated briefing helps pharmacy owners plan for upcoming public holidays and understand how these and any substitute days affect their contractual obligations.

Community Pharmacy Patient Safety Group: Opioid Programmes Checklist 
This checklist supports pharmacy teams to plan and manage opioid treatment programme prescriptions (e.g. methadone/buprenorphine) safely over bank holiday periods.