SDLP Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan
Mr Durkan has organised a meeting with the management at Lloyds in the hope that a solution can be made around staff shortages.
Said the Foyle MLA: “It’s clear that staff shortage issues plaguing the pharmacy at Eglinton have resulted in this vital community asset being unable to operate as normal.
“A number of constituents have relayed to me problems with fluctuating opening times whereby the pharmacy closing early during the week without prior notice.
“I appreciate staff have been under pressure over the course of the last year.
“The shortfall of staff and resources have further hindered their ability to carry out ‘business as usual.
“This is causing difficulty for service users as well as the remaining staff, making it difficult for customers and patients to access vital services.
“Community pharmacies play an important role, especially in rural areas like Eglinton, where any reduction in services will be more pronounced.
“I have organised a meeting with Lloyds’ management to discuss these concerns and hope a resolution can be reached that will see an improvement in services for all.”
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