The current pandemic has shown just how much we need reliable, community-centred access to healthcare and advice. As well as the impact on local residents – many of whom will now have to walk unacceptable distances to access a pharmacy – closing pharmacies creates a false economy and increases pressure on already-struggling GPs, A&E departments and walk-in centres.

I am liasing with the local University ward councillors and we will be writing to Lloyds to reiterate the impact of this decision on the community: especially some of the most vulnerable residents.

You can sign our petition against this pharmacy closure here: https://www.clivelewis.org/colman-road-pharmacy/