Dr Hilary Jones warned on Good Morning Britain that it would be a "tragedy" if local chemists were lost amid the pandemic. He warned that local chemists take pressure off the already overwhelmed health service and are paramount in some communities.
His comments came amid a damning report that found thousands of independently owned pharmacies could be forced to close down.
It predicts 72% of the family businesses will be losing money within four years if things go on as they are. The report says more funds are needed from NHS England to avert the crisis. "I can't give them enough praise," said Hilary as he explained how vital local chemists are. "They have been so fantastic during the pandemic, helping out the GPs and hospitals and their
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