NHS Forth Valley is reminding local residents that GP practices will be closed on Monday 15 June 2026 due to the additional one-off national bank holiday confirmed by the Scottish Government.

Anyone who takes regular prescribed medication is encouraged to check that they have enough supplies, so they don’t run out on over the holiday weekend. A number of local pharmacies across Forth Valley will remain open on Monday 15 June to offer healthcare advice and treatment for a range of common health conditions. This includes the Pharmacy First and Pharmacy First Plus schemes which can provide free treatment for many conditions without the need for a GP prescription. These include urinary tract infections, conjunctivitis, skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, and insect bites), skin infections, and thrush.

Details of local pharmacies open on Monday 15 June 2026 can be found on the Info Zone of NHS Forth Valley’s website at www.nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

The Minor Injuries Unit at Stirling Health and Care Village will also remain open on Monday 15 June 2026. It can treat both adults and children from across Forth Valley over the age of one for cuts, grazes, minor burns, sprains, strains, minor eye and ear injuries, and can also arrange X-rays and treat broken bones such as broken wrists or ankles. People are encouraged to call NHS 24 on 111 before attending the MIU as this may help avoid unnecessary travel or enable an appointment to be arranged to reduce waiting times.

If you need urgent medical advice and cannot wait until your GP practice reopens, contact NHS 24 on 111. NHS 24 can provide medical advice, arrange consultations with local healthcare professionals, and arrange appointments with GP out-of-hours services and the Minor Injuries Unit.

The Emergency Department at Forth Valley Royal Hospital is for patients with serious illnesses and injuries requiring urgent, emergency care, such as suspected heart attacks, strokes, and breathing difficulties. Anyone with non-life-threatening health concerns should call NHS 24 on 111 for advice or treatment, rather than attending the Emergency Department.