Making sure the voice of pharmacy is heard in Wales is a key priority for the Welsh Pharmacy Board. Working with the Welsh Government and the National Assembly for Wales is a critical part of our work and is necessary for effective leadership, representation and advocacy.

The Welsh Government and the National Assembly for Wales has a range of functions and powers that are separate from the UK Parliament and the Central Government machinery in Whitehall and Westminster.  The Government of Wales Act 1998 established the National Assembly for Wales as a single corporate body directly representative of the Welsh electorate. After more than a decade of development, it now has more powers than ever to shape public life in Wales.

The Assembly’s influence over health care is an area of attention for us, demanding considerable public affairs activity on behalf of members.  The Assembly is responsible for promotion of health, prevention, treatment and alleviation of disease, illness, injury, disability and mental disorder, control of disease, and family planning. The Assembly also has full responsibility for the provision of health services, including medical, dental, ophthalmic, pharmaceutical and ancillary services and facilities. 

In this section you will be able to find out more about our work in Wales in representing the interests of members and promoting the role of pharmacy at the highest strategic levels in Wales.

• Cross Party Group for Pharmacy 
• Welsh Pharmacy Board Manifesto
• Decriminalisation

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