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The Latest Vision Sector News

Reflections, connections, miles walked and funds raised.
The Vision Care team was made up of clinic volunteers, trustees, staff, friends, plus 6 staff from Mondottica Group and 3 from Théa
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Government proposes measures stating how much time children under five should spend away from screens,
AOP strongly support measures that help children get off digital devices and get outside
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The College publishes first issue of Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO) with Springer Nature
The new partnership takes OPO into its second century of publication
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The College of Optometrists launches its Manifesto for Wales: Securing sustainable eye care
The College of Optometrists’ Manifesto for Wales sets out its four priority recommendations for the next Welsh government
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The OSA joins The Alliance for Healthcare from the Eye
This affiliation reflects a shared ambition to support innovation across the optical and healthcare ecosystems
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Risk of closure for charity a “dire outcome” for people with sight loss
Vista has set an urgent fundraising target of £2 million to sustain operations
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SILMO confirms OPCHAT News as media partners for 2026 in Paris
Opchat News has earned a hat trick in being awarded the Media Partnership for the big three shows
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Specsavers win green initiative award
Specsavers has reduced the average amount of hard-to-recycle swarf waste by 50% per lens
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David Reed MP met with clinical teams in Exeter
Cataract treatment can make a significant difference to people’s independence
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GOC launches 2026 Workforce and Perceptions Survey
The online survey is being run independently by Enventure Research to ensure all responses remain confidential.
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New Baby Sunglasses join the Milo & Me Sun Range
Sun protection to even the tiniest adventurers aged 0–2 years. Read More..


Milestone shining a light on advanced technology
Polarisation makes the light waves travel in a uniform direction, Read More..

CLIP-ONS – SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL from INVU
Every frame includes an ultra-polarized magnetic clip-on that fits precisely and delivers outstanding sun protection. Read More..
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