New pharmacy contract: A step forward in securing sector stability

The announcement of the new Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework (CPCF) for 2025/26 in England marks a step forward in stabilising the community pharmacy network. With an annual funding commitment of £3.073 billion, an increased medicines margin, and improved service fees, the contract presents opportunities for community pharmacies to expand their role in delivering high-quality healthcare. To truly unlock these opportunities, pharmacies have been asked to align with a future service focused model, one that Numark has been advocating for some time through our 12 Principles of Pharmacy Practice.