Prescription Collection Courier Service: 6th March 2025

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Written By Milo Menzies

Published: 26/02/2025

Your next courier collection is scheduled for Thursday, March 6th, 2025. We have produced the following guidelines for your prescription bag submissions:

  • Bag Usage: Use two bags if you have more than 6,000 forms.

  • Additional Bags: Contact us at 0131 467 7766 to request more bags.

  • Order Separation: Keep stock orders and PC70s separate.

  • GP34 Declaration Form: Include your GP34 Declaration Form. Additional forms can be ordered from your local health board here https://www.cps.scot/stationery-contacts.

  • Securing Scripts: Secure scripts tightly with bands before sealing the bag.

For further information on the Courier Service, including preparation tips for prescription bags, please visit this link: https://www.cps.scot/courier-service.

 
 
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