Date
22 July 2026Location
Online, via Webex, 13.00-14.00pmAbout the event
This webinar provided the fundamentals of procurement regulations, frameworks, and contracting. It explored how these systems operate in practice and examined their direct impact on Trust‑level pharmacy services.
There was an opportunity to hear directly from procurement experts, offering valuable insights, real‑world experience, and the chance to ask questions. Designed to support better understanding and informed decision‑making, speakers highlighted how these core processes underpin effective, efficient, and compliant pharmacy procurement.
Why it’s important
With the Procurement Act 2023 coming into force in 2025, those working in pharmacy procurement need to understand the changes introduced and how contracting authorities operate within the new regulations.
What was covered
- Further understanding of procurement law and regulations
- Overview of the basics of contracting frameworks
- Guidance for Trusts on implementing these into day-to-day practice
Speakers
A range of speakers from SPS and other organisations helped run this event.
Non-SPS speakers
Andrew Wilson
Associate Director of Procurement – North East & Yorkshire, NHS Pharmaceutical Purchasing Consortium
Liz Fleetwood
Head of Medicines Category Procurement, Medicines Procurement Supply Chain, NHS England
SPS speakers
Learn more about our SPS speaker below.
Resources
Information presented in these resources was correct at time of recording. Current guidance should be followed.
Recordings
Procurement regulations and what they mean for medicines
Presentation resources
Slides from the presentation are now available below.
Contact us
Please contact the admin team if you have any questions.
Update history
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