Recent findings from the Pharmacy Workforce Race Equality Standard (PWRES) highlight persistent disparities affecting Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) pharmacy professionals within NHS trusts. In particular:
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Under-representation at Senior Levels: BAME pharmacists are underrepresented in higher Agenda for Change (AfC) bandings, particularly affecting female pharmacists from these backgrounds .
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Experiences of Discrimination: BAME pharmacy team members report higher instances of harassment, bullying, and discrimination compared to their White counterparts .
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Perception of Career Progression Opportunities: Pharmacy team members of Black ethnic origin are least likely to feel their trust provides equal opportunities for career progression or promotion .
Speakuppharmacy Surveys are designed to capture the real-world experiences and perspectives of pharmacy professionals across all sectors, extending beyond the scope of the Pharmacy Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES).
By taking part, you contribute to identifying where meaningful action is needed to improve equity and inclusion within the profession. Your voice helps generate powerful, data-driven insights that can influence organisational culture, inform policy, and drive systemic change at both local and national levels.