We’re seeking your feedback on the pharmaceutical services available in Bedford Borough. This consultation is part of the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA), a report that looks at the services our community pharmacies provide and whether there are any gaps.
What is the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA)?
The PNA evaluates the current pharmacy services and helps determine if more are needed. It’s updated every three years, and this year’s assessment will guide decisions on services and new pharmacy applications.
What are pharmaceutical services?
These services include:
- Dispensing prescriptions
- Selling medicines
- Providing advice on health and medicines
- Safe disposal of waste medicines
Who should participate?
We want to hear from everyone in Bedford Borough, especially those who rely on pharmacy services. Your feedback will help shape the final report, which will be published on 1 October 2025.
How to have your say
The consultation runs from 22 April to 21 June 2025. You can share your thoughts by reviewing the documents available and submitting your using the online form.
Documents:
- Draft Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment - Easy Read version (PDF)
- Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment - Executive Summary (PDF)
- Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PDF)
Respond to Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment consultation