I was extremely against increasing the role of community pharmacists when it was first suggested (possibly 30 years ago?) But I know when to admit I'm wrong - yes, it does happen, ask my wife.
Pharmacists have proved to be a valuable part of local, primary healthcare. Our experience has been that they both provide good quality treatment & advice, but much more importantly know their limitations.
Anrcdote: neighbour went to pharmacy with hot red swelling on leg, pharmacist /took/ them to the GP surgery, who within 30 minutes, had them on their way to a vascular ward for treatment of a DVT