About This Service
Free NHS Emergency Contraception Service
Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
Our pharmacy provides the free NHS Emergency Contraception Service, offering fast, confidential access to advice and treatment when needed. Consultations are available face-to-face, over the phone, or by video appointment, giving you a convenient way to access care.
A trained pharmacist will discuss your circumstances, assess the most appropriate option for you, and provide emergency contraception where clinically suitable. We can also offer advice on ongoing contraception and signpost to other sexual health services if required. No GP appointment is needed, and all treatment provided through this NHS service is free of charge.
Key Benefits
✓Free NHS service
✓Confidential consultations
✓Face-to-face, video or telephone appointments
✓Walk-in or online booking available
✓Expert pharmacist advice
✓Access to treatment where appropriate
✓No GP appointment required
What to Expect
1Choose how you'd like to be seen Book a face-to-face, telephone or video consultation, or walk into the pharmacy.
2Private consultation A trained pharmacist will discuss your situation in a confidential setting and ask a few questions to assess the most appropriate treatment option.
3Clinical assessment The pharmacist will consider factors such as when unprotected sex occurred, your medical history, current medicines and any previous contraception used.
4Treatment and advice If suitable, emergency contraception will be supplied free of charge through the NHS. The pharmacist will explain how to take it and discuss any possible side effects.
5Ongoing contraception support We can provide advice on regular contraception options and, where appropriate, help you access ongoing contraception services.
6Further support if needed If emergency contraception is not suitable, or additional care is required, we will advise you on the best next steps and signpost you to other NHS services if appropriate.
Who is This Service Suitable For?
●Have had unprotected sex and want to reduce the risk of pregnancy.
●Think your regular contraception may have failed (for example, missed pills, a split condom or a slipped condom).
●Need urgent contraception following a contraceptive mishap.
●Are seeking confidential advice about emergency contraception.
●Are aged 16 years or over and require assessment by a pharmacist.
●Would like advice on ongoing contraception options following emergency contraception.