What is hub and spoke?

In the last week the C+D has published articles in support and in opposition of Hub dispensing (here and here). There seems to be multiple definitions and therefore misunderstanding of what Hub and Spoke Dispensing is, so what are these definitions and what are the...

HMP Rochester invests in inmate care

Oxleas Prison Services Ltd have implemented a Robotik PouchPack dispensing robot at HMP Rochester Pharmacy to automate the production of dose unit bags and compliance aids. Where there is an identified risk to either the inmate or security within the prison caused by...