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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Storm Newton

Thousands of independent pharmacies advised to take action amid funding row

Pharmacies are contracted to open for a minimum of 40 hours a week (Julien Behal/PA) - (PA Wire)

Thousands of independent pharmacies across England have been advised to slash opening hours and services amid an ongoing row over funding.

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has recommended its 6,000 members take collective action for the first time in its history from April 1 if there is no sufficient package agreed with the Government.

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