Prescription Collection Courier Service: 20th March 2025

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Published: 13/03/2025

March 20, 2025 delivery service concept – Calendar with marked date and fast-moving courier truck icon on blurred community pharmacy background.

Your next courier collection is scheduled for Thursday, March 20th, 2025. We have produced the following guidelines for your prescription bag submissions:

Bag Usage: Use two bags if you have more than 6,000 forms.
Additional Bags: Contact us at 0131 467 7766 to request more bags.
Order Separation: Keep stock orders and PC70s separate.
GP34 Declaration Form: Include your GP34 Declaration Form. Additional forms can be ordered from your local health board here https://www.cps.scot/stationery-contacts.
Securing Scripts: Secure scripts tightly with bands before sealing the bag.

For further information on the Courier Service, including preparation tips for prescription bags, please visit this link: https://www.cps.scot/courier-service.

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