Together ensuring the safer management and use of controlled drugs in the community
EVENTS & TRAINING
APCDLO BEST PRACTICE EVENT 2027
Held in the Midlands
Thursday 7th & Friday 8th of October 2027
CDLO FOUNDATION & REFRESHER TRAINING COURSE (NORTHERN REGION)
6th - 8th of April 2027
Inspiring change and improving knowledge
The Association of Police Controlled Drug Liaison Officers (APCDLO) CDLO course is delivered in both Northern and Southern UK locations.
Northern located Course – 6th - 8th April 2027 in North Wales
Delivered by Appropriate Training & Consultancy Ltd, this course will take place in a scenic North Wales venue, and will cover:
- An introduction to the Health Act 2006
- Overview of the CDLO role
- Overview of the CDAO role
- Roles of the MHRA, GPhC and CQC
- Understanding pharmacy visits and inspections
- Understanding Residential / Nursing / Care home inspections
- Identifying risk factors in healthcare professionals
- Health Act 2006 powers of entry and inspection (s.20)
- Health Act 2006 duty to co-operate (s.18)
- Performing the role of Authorised Witness
- Denaturing controlled drugs (practical session)
- Controlled drug destructions and registers
- Specialist input from Bangor University Pharmacy Lead (PhD / MPharm)
- Site visit to a Welsh Ambulance Trust paramedic station
- Pharmacies and police targeted inspections
- Pharmaceuticals, controlled drugs, OTC's, schedules and POM's
- Safe custody regulations and exemption certificates
- Case studies and practical experience sharing
- Role and expectations of a local Accountable Officer (AO)
Southern located Course – 2027 (Date & Venue to be confirmed)
The Southern course will be delivered later in 2027 by Wendy McAllister and will provide very similar core content, learning outcomes and practical focus to the Northern course, ensuring national consistency for CDLO's while allowing for local operational context.
Whether you are new to the CDLO role or seeking a refresher, these courses offer essential updates, practical insight and shared learning, supporting CDLO's to remain informed, confident and effective within an evolving health and regulatory landscape.
Enquiries for the Northern located course to info@aptraining.co.uk or
Adrian Parsons FEWI
Enquiries for the Southern located course to wendymc9599@gmail.com or
Wendy McAllister
Inspiring change and improving knowledge
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Colleagues and Partners,
We are again, thrilled to announce that our 28th, annual best practice event, is taking place on the 7th and 8th of October 2027.
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We welcome colleagues and partners from all police forces across the United Kingdom, NHS, Pharmacy, Vets, Private Hospitals and Regulatory bodies and healthcare trusts.
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With the conference agenda being developed, we wholeheartedly invite and encourage you to share any suggestions regarding topics or speakers that you would like to see featured, or individuals you can recommend for participation in the event.
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The event commences at 12.30pm on day one with lunch and concludes on day two at 12.30pm, allowing for travelling to and from the venue during the same day. We offer a full delegate option as well as for day delegates.
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All inquiries related to bookings, event logistics, and expressions of interest will be expertly managed by our association's treasurer, Mr. Robin Pivett, who can be reached at Robin.Pivett@suffolk.police.uk.
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​We wish you continued safety and good health, and eagerly anticipate the participation of numerous members and partners in October 2027.
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Warm regards,
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APCDLO Events Team