The Latest Vision Sector News

September 8, 2026
Optegra marks one year of drop-free NHS cataract surgery

Optegra marks one year of drop-free NHS cataract surgery i

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September 8, 2026
MP for Daventry sees first-hand how community optometry can meet rising NHS demand

Over 600,000 people are currently waiting for an ophthalmology appointment

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September 7, 2026
Obituary ~ Kevin Thompson AOP Past Chair

A person who did so very much for our profession behind the scenes

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September 7, 2026
It’s September and it’s National Eye Health Week again

#EyeWeek or #VisionMatters

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September 7, 2026
New paper calls for a properly funded, integrated model of LVS in Scotland

National standards should define a key or link worker, or equivalent

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September 7, 2026
High fidelity pipeline between primary and secondary care celebrated

A shared platform for optometrist, ophthalmologist, patient and administrator

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September 3, 2026
Headlight glare is becoming a road safety and eye health issue

Why glare now matters in practice

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September 3, 2026
The College and Boots Opticians launch funded PhD Scholarship

The successful PhD researcher will be supported by the College’s Research team

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September 2, 2026
Building Preview pages for SILMO 26 we look forward to meeting you

Make a date to head to Paris over the four days

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September 2, 2026
New FODO strategy published 

In three distinct, high-level policy priorities, FODO says it will:

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September 8, 2026
Soft colours, subtle glitter — meet Milo & Me’s Ziggy & Lux
Ziggy and Lux, two new Signature Styles Read More..
September 2, 2026
Essilor redefines aesthetic standards with Crizal’s most discreet coating yet
Crizal® Natural Look™ sets a new aesthetic benchmark using Advanced Aesthetics Technology™ Read More..
August 27, 2026
PREMIUM RETRO BOLD: Highlights for AW/2026 
“The bold acetate construction is enhanced by soft bevels Read More..
August 25, 2026
A new photochromic addition to Flex Frames
It’s a simple, standout feature that children enjoy Read More..

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