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We publish recommendations and resources, together with a host of other material for the benefit of our users.

A resource collating the latest medication safety communications and publications to inform, support and inspire medication safety improvements.
SPS PGD template for the insertion of etonogestrel (e.g. Nexplanon®) 68mg subdermal implant for contraception.
SPS PGD template for administering lidocaine injection to facilitate insertion and/or removal of subdermal etonogestrel (e.g. Nexplanon®) implants.
A digest of NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service support for professionals working in all areas of the healthcare system for August 2026.
SPS PGD template for administering benzylpenicillin prior to transfer to secondary care in suspected bacterial meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia.
SPS PGD template for the insertion of the Progestogen-Only Intra-Uterine Device (LNG-IUD) for contraception.
A digest of NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service support for professionals working in all areas of the healthcare system for July 2026.
SPS PGD template for the supply and/or administration of subcutaneous medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) subcutaneous (SC) injection for contraception.
SPS PGD template for the supply of combined hormonal transdermal patch for contraception.
SPS PGD template for the supply of combined hormonal vaginal ring for contraception.
An update around biosimilar and key generic medicines to support system planning and mobilisation.
Bringing together NHS experts and regulators covering topics of quality assurance, quality control, good manufacturing practice and regulatory expectations.
Our annual output ‘PO’ supports managed entry and budget planning for new medicines, new indications and medicines with loss of exclusivity in the NHS.
Guidance for managing outstanding orders in NHS pharmacy procurement teams to improve medicines availability and reduce financial impact of supply disruptions.
Guidance on patient assessment and management of medicines associated with QT interval prolongation.
Interventions and tools to help improve medication adherence, where memory issues have been identified as a factor.
Definitions, evidence and the importance of effective consultations, with tools and interventions to facilitate medication adherence.
Interventions and tools to help improve medication adherence, where swallowing difficulties have been identified as a factor.
A resource collating the latest medication safety communications and publications to inform, support and inspire medication safety improvements.
Effective use provides assurance that an organisation is aware of the most critical medication safety related information, and acts on this to improve safety
SPS have developed a template audit tool to support organisations in auditing aspects of PGD development and use.
Advice on the use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) to supply or administer a medication which is part of a clinical trial, study or pilot
E-learning developed by SPS in partnership with UKHSA, HEE and eLfH to support professionals who use, develop, authorise, review or update PGDs.
A report on the state of the pharmacy technical services workforce in the North of England
A checklist for audits and self-inspections for the holders of wholesale distribution authorisations