The Latest Vision Sector News

June 26, 2026
Twins’ twin cataract surgery at Newmedica

They plan to return to Newmedica Birmingham to have cataracts removed from their left eyes,

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June 26, 2026
Leicester optometrist appointed to national eyecare body

Hassnain, aged 31, will serve a two-year term as Vice President.

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June 26, 2026
Consultation on proposed draft updated statement on the testing of sight approved

The consultation will be published in July and run for 14 weeks.

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June 26, 2026
OPTEGRA new quality report celebrates outcomes, training and AI 

In response Optegra have launched a new Right to Sight initiative

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June 26, 2026
Eye care teams simulate cataract vision in football challenge

Eye care teams simulate cataract vision in football challenge

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June 23, 2026
Southwark opticians encoraged to increase accessibility for people with learning disabilities

Marina is calling for Southwark opticians to sign up to provide Easy Eye Care

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June 23, 2026
Help shape the College’s updated Guidance for Professional Practice 

The College will publish the fifth edition of its Guidance for Professional Practice in winter 2026. 

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June 23, 2026
BiB Ophthalmic Instruments confirm investment in BlephEx

The new agreement will allow BlephEx to reach a much wider and needed audience

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June 18, 2026
Opchat News welcomes a new Charity Partner OMUK.org

Ocular Melanoma UK is the only UK organisation dedicated solely to supporting people affected by ocular melanoma.

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June 17, 2026
Opchat News completes it’s Media Partnership for 2026

The success of Optometry Tomorrow 2026 demonstrates that there is clear appetite for high-quality education, networking and exhibition opportunities.

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June 26, 2026
Introducing Affinity Eyewear from Ashton Riley
Every detail within the collection has been carefully considered, Read More..
June 17, 2026
ØRGREEN’S NYHAVN Expands with two new styles
When Ørgreen introduced NYHAVN last year, it marked a new direction for the brand Read More..
June 17, 2026
“ONDA” Released in O.T.H COLLECTION: 
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June 9, 2026
Three New Characters of Italian Elegance from Nirvan Javan 
Three New Characters of Italian Elegance from Nirvan Javan  Read More..

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