Pharmacy Objections & Appeals

When a competitor submits a new pharmacy application near your premises, a well-prepared objection can protect your contract and local service provision. At NorthRx, we support existing contractors in challenging applications that may negatively impact their business, using clear, regulation-based reasoning grounded in NHS Pharmaceutical Regulations.

Our services include:

• Application Review

  Thorough analysis of the competing submission to identify regulatory gaps, inconsistencies, or weaknesses.

• Grounds for Objection

  Development of strong, regulation-based arguments demonstrating why the application does not meet NHS requirements or fails to address public need.

• Objection Letter Preparation

  Drafting and submission of a clear, evidence-backed objection to NHS England, written to meet the formal expectations of the process.

• Strategic Positioning

  Advice on how the application may affect your service, and how best to present your position in terms of access, patient need, and service disruption.

• Ongoing Representation

  Continued support through NHS England’s decision-making process, including responses to follow-up queries and guidance on potential appeals.

With in-depth understanding of NHS contract regulations and ICB decision-making, we help pharmacy owners defend their business with credible, timely objections.