Highly capable, talented, pioneering and passionate about pharmacy are key attributes of the Ulster Chemists’ Association’s President, although throughout the UCA Executive Committee, these qualities can be found in addition to tremendous levels of dedication and hard work on behalf of pharmacists throughout Northern Ireland. As a gesture of thanks, it has been a long standing UCA tradition to invite members of the Committee along to the celebratory Presidents at Home event.

5 Annadale Avenue recently hosted a round table meeting for the NPA, Pharmaceutical Contractors’ Committee and the Ulster Chemists’ Association. Representing the NPA were recently appointed chief executive John Turk and chairman Paul Bennett.

The annual AAH Golf Day was this year held at the distinctive Lisburn Golf Club, an 18 hole course that is steeped in history and full of character. After stocking up on some energy (some delicious bacon sarnies) the golfers made the most of the beautiful, clear weather and set out at noon, with AAH commercial manager Joan Millar close behind with refreshments and a score sheet. Congratulations to Adrian Wood, the tournament’s overall winner and Leon O’Hagan who won Closest to the Pin.

Encompassing a glittering night of celebration for the profession, a commemorative acknowledgement of gratitude for the Ulster Chemists’ Association and president Paul McDonagh and an opportunity to socialise with industry colleagues from throughout the UK and Ireland,

The Pharmaceutical Society’s lobbying to retain a voice for Northern Ireland receives a welcome boost – even if the Health Minister refuses to make a decision.

Our resident pharmacist considers a life of “selective filtering” but concludes that pharmacy’s added value is here to stay.

After news that Scottish contractors are set to benefit from significant funding boosts, it’s clear to see why pharmacy is looking rosy in the land of neeps and tatties. But as NIPinF Editor Laure James discovered, success isn’t just down to money.

Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland’s annual black tie event on 13 June, hosted at the spectacular Great Hall in Queen’s University Belfast.

After raising more than £3000 for Aware Defeat Depression, the Ulster Chemists’ Association marathon participants are congratulated during a unique ceremony at 5 Annadale Avenue.

The Ulster Chemists’ Association host an entertaining and informative day for those newly qualified pharmacists with a few questions about life post-registration.