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Authorising Independent Healthcare Provider (IHP) PGDs

21 September 2020This article outlines the considerations needed when NHS or local authorities commission services using PGDs from independent healthcare providers

Delegating PGD authorisation by a Local Authority

7 March 2022This summary explains why it is not permitted for a Local Authority to delegate the authorisation of PGDs using a Section 75 partnership agreement.

Managing PGDs following organisational change

3 February 2022Advice on the management of PGDs when there are organisational changes to ensure continuation of safe care and overarching good governance.

PGD use in services provided by multiple organisations

14 July 2020This article outlines the principles to be considered when PGDs are used in the provision of medicines/vaccines in services provided by multiple organisations.

Legal provision of GSL and P medicines by registered midwives

20 April 2023

Patient Group Directions and electronic record systems

21 September 2020Advice on management of PGD authorisation and use using electronic systems.

Patient Group Direction use in Primary Care Networks

8 January 2020About PCNs Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are networks of GP practices collaboratively working together and with community, mental health, social care, pharmacy, hospital and voluntary…

Understanding roles and responsibilities of PGD signatories

19 December 2023

Managing Patient Group Directions following amendments or changes

8 September 2020This article summarises outlines the requirements to resign/reauthorise PGDs after any amendment or change made during its valid to/from dates.

Extension of expiry date of a Patient Group Direction

26 April 2021This Q&A advises on the extension to the expiry date of a PGD where a full review and re-authorisation has not taken place.