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PMCPA selects The EarthWorks as communications partner and app developer for new Code

The Prescription Medicines Code of Practice Authority (PMCPA) announced today that it will be working in partnership with The EarthWorks to create a communications programme, including an app to help increase understanding of the Code.

Press release: 29 July 2014
Martindale Pharma, Pierre Fabre, Janssen and Pharmasure have been named in advertisements following breaches of the ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry. In ad

All four companies have brought discredit upon, and reduced confidence in, the pharmaceutical industry. In addition, Pierre Fabre was publicly reprimanded in one case.

Press release: 18 July 2018
Consultation on proposals to amend the 2014 ABPI Code of Practice

The consultation has now closed.

Consultation launched on proposed changes to the ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry and the Constitution and Procedure for the Prescription Medicines Code of Practice Authority

Press release: 14 July 2014
Launch of consultation on proposals to change ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry

The Consultation closed on 10th October 2018. Many thanks to those who contributed.

Press release: 29 August 2018
Pharmaxis Pharmaceuticals Ltd named in advertisements for breaches of the ABPI Code of Practice

Pharmaxis Pharmaceuticals Ltd has breached Clause 2 of the ABPI Code of Practice and is the subject of advertisements in the medical, pharmaceutical and nursing press.

Press release: 13 June 2014
Lundbeck Limited, A Menarini Pharma, Bayer plc, HRA Pharma UK and GlaxoSmithKline breach the ABPI Code of Practice

Lundbeck Limited, A Menarini Pharma, Bayer plc, HRA Pharma UK and GlaxoSmithKline have each breached Clause 2 of the ABPI Code of Practice and are the subject of advertisements in the medical, pharmaceutical and nursing press.

Press release: 28 February 2014
2014 Interactive Code published

2014 Interactive Code launched.
Updated guidance and advice documents published.
Transfer of Value Disclosure Crib Notes published

Press release: 19 February 2014
Allergan Limited, Shire Pharmaceuticals Limited, Gedeon Richter and Sanofi named in advertisements for breaches of the ABPI Code of Practice

Allergan Limited, Shire Pharmaceuticals Limited, Gedeon Richter and Sanofi have breached the ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry.

Press release: 16 December 2013
Proposals to amend the ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry and the PMCPA Constitution and Procedure were agreed at the Half Yearly General Meeting of the ABPI on 5 November

​The amendments result from the new EFPIA Code on Disclosure of Transfers of Value from Pharmaceutical Companies to Healthcare Professionals and Healthcare Organisations and changes to the EFPIA Code on the Promotion of Prescription-Only Medicines to, and Interactions with, Healthcare Professionals. Other amendments to the ABPI Code and the PMCPA Constitution and Procedure were also agreed.

Press release: 06 November 2013
Gedeon Richter (UK) Ltd has breached the ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry and brought discredit upon,

Gedeon Richter (UK) Ltd has breached the ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry and brought discredit upon, and reduced confidence in, the pharmaceutical industry.

Press release: 06 September 2013
2016 Guidance about Certification - Including Certification of Multi Company Projects

The PMCPA has issued informal guidance on certification which examines in particular the requirements in relation to projects involving a number of companies and which reflects the changes in the 2016 ABPI Code.

Press release: 08 February 2016
Chiesi Ltd and Vifor Pharma UK Limited named in advertisements for breaches of the ABPI Code of Practice.

Chiesi Ltd and Vifor Pharma UK Limited have each breached the ABPI Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry and brought discredit upon, and reduced confidence in, the pharmaceutical industry. In addition, Chiesi was publicly reprimanded.

Press release: 22 March 2013
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