Concern that bigger pharmacy chains will not implement Government's free HRT scheme 

Boots Ireland welcomed the plan as 'an important step forward for women’s health', but added that the 'announcement was made without prior agreement with the pharmacy sector.' Picture:  Matt Crossick/PA 

There are fears that major high street pharmacists may not implement the Government's free HRT scheme for women when it is due to come into effect on June 1.

Boots Ireland welcomed the plan as “an important step forward for women’s health”, saying it is “one we fully support in principle”.