RPS publishes roadshow report, membership vote on Royal College status set for Q1 2025

The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has released a comprehensive report summarizing the discussions and feedback gathered during a series of engagement events held across Great Britain in October and November, focused on its proposals for change and its ambition to transition into the Royal College of Pharmacy. The engagement initiative included 15 roadshow events in various cities across England, Wales, and Scotland, as well as online events and meeting presentations. According to the report, the roadshows attracted over 1,000 registrations, with more than 540 attendees. Hosted by the RPS leadership team and elected officials, these events brought together a diverse group of pharmacists, foundation trainees, pharmaceutical scientists, and other stakeholders from different settings and sectors. Participants shared their thoughts on the RPS’s proposals to reform its constitution and governance, raised critical questions, and explored the implications of the proposed changes.