Caoimhe McAuley was elected as President of the IPU by the Executive Committee and took up the position in May 2026. Originally from Cushendun County Antrim Caoimhe is a community pharmacist and Director of Pharmacy and Superintendant Pharmacist for Boots Ireland. Ms McAuley has served as Vice-President of the IPU for the past two years, representing the full breadth of community pharmacy and supporting all members regardless of employment setting. She has been a consistent voice for unity within the sector, emphasising that a strong IPU is a united one.

She brings more than 20 years’ experience in community pharmacy, with a career spanning frontline practice, operational leadership and national service delivery.