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Pharmacy group looking for planning approval for a robot dispenser

Kingsley Muti claims it would be able to cater to private and Manx Care patients

An island based pharmaceutical company is planning to develop a robotic dispensing service in the south. 

Kinglsey Muti has applied for a change of use on a warehouse in Balthane Industrial Estate for collection of Manx Care and private prescriptions as well as consultation rooms.

It says the business is being funded by shareholders and has 'experts' in pharmacy, finance and property development. 

The warehouse plans include a factory space, four offices and a gym.

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