We are delighted to announce that Fiona McIntyre has been appointed as the new Policy and Practice Lead for RPS Scotland.
Fiona will lead policy development and professional support for RPS Scotland, represent pharmacists on working groups and at meetings, engage with pharmacists and pharmacy organisations, and support the RPS Director for Scotland. She will also take a GB-wide lead on specific projects, working alongside the Policy and Practice Leads in England and Wales.
Fiona, who has a background in hospital pharmacy, will take up her new post in early October.
Commenting on her appointment, Fiona McIntyre said:
“During my career in NHS Scotland, I have advocated for pharmacy teams wherever I could.
I am passionate about the role our profession can play in the safe and effective use of medicines and it’s a privilege to join the Royal Pharmaceutical Society as Policy and Practice Lead.
“I’m very much looking forward to promoting pharmacy in Scotland and helping our profession reach its full potential.”
Laura Wilson, Director for Scotland said:
“I am delighted that Fiona will be joining the RPS Scotland team as our policy lead.
Fiona’s exceptional experience will be invaluable to the role and the whole team are looking forward to her starting with us in October.
“RPS Scotland are working to ensure our Pharmacy 2030 vision for pharmacy in the future becomes a reality and Fiona will play an integral part of that.”