Boots Locum Pharmacist Struck Off After Unsolicited Penis Photos and Sexual Offences Against Pharmacy Colleagues
Date of Decision: June 30, 2026
Registrant's Role: Pharmacist
Allegations:
- The registrant was convicted at Inverness Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court on 31 July 2025 of three offences contrary to section 6 of the Sexual Offences (Scotland) Act 2009.
- The offences related to intentionally causing another person to look at a sexual image without consent.
- The conduct involved three female pharmacy colleagues and occurred in a workplace-linked context.
- By reason of those convictions, it was alleged that the registrant’s fitness to practise was impaired.
Outcome: Removal from the Register
GPhC Standards Breached:
- Standard 6 – Pharmacy professionals must behave in a professional manner, be trustworthy, and act with honesty and integrity.
Case Summary
Allegations
This case concerned a registered pharmacist who was convicted of three sexual offences under section 6 of the Sexual Offences (Scotland) Act 2009. The offences involved intentionally causing another person to look at a sexual image without consent. The victims were three female colleagues connected to the registrant’s pharmacy work.
At the relevant time, the registrant had been working as a locum pharmacist at Boots Pharmacy in West Scotland. The GPhC proceedings arose after concerns were raised by Boots in October 2023. Female staff members had reported that the registrant had sent unsolicited sexual videos and images through social media. According to the determination, the local area manager attempted to discuss the concerns with the registrant, who denied wrongdoing.
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