A qualitative exploration of stakeholder perspectives of independent prescribing by newly qualified pharmacists: a theoretical domains interview study

Overall, stakeholders in the study were supportive of pharmacists registering as independent prescribers upon qualification, however, there were concerns raised regarding their readiness, as well as preparedness of employers for this change. These concerns must be addressed to reassure stakeholders and to ensure that universities and employers adequately prepare pharmacists to prescribe at the point of registration and provide them with support and the necessary infrastructure to do so safely.