The Latest Vision Sector News

October 12, 2026
Eastleigh MP Liz Jarvis visits SpaMedica Southampton

“We’re grateful to Liz Jarvis for taking the time to meet our Southampton team

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October 12, 2026
SightCare records strong member satisfaction in 2026 survey

The survey forms part of SightCare’s ongoing work to understand the needs of independent optical practices

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October 12, 2026
Sight and hearing loss trapping people in homelessness, new research finds

Access to eye and ear care remains limited for people experiencing homelessness,

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October 12, 2026
Smart glasses exclusions unhelpful for visually impaired

Unintended consequences can result in blind and partially sighted people who use them feeling less safe

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October 10, 2026
STEPPER 7 turn miles into meaningful eye care for Vision Care

an impressive £3,259 to support the charity’s work providing eye care for people affected by homelessness.

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October 10, 2026
Academy 2026 Anaheim Highlights Research, Innovation, and Leaders Shaping the Future of Eye Care

The Plenary Session was titled “Insights to Action: Research Redefining Clinical Practice Today,

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October 10, 2026
Cataract surgery in glaucoma patients

Cataract surgery in glaucoma patients

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October 10, 2026
Stories surrounding World Sight Day held on 8th October

Governments around the world must unlock funding and prioritise eye care

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October 10, 2026
SightCare award winners discover the craftsmanship behind FEB 31ST in Bergamo

Each wooden spectacle frame begins with wafer-thin layers of wood,

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October 8, 2026
Only 5% of children aged five and under had an eye test in 2025 

The campaign partners are also calling on national health and care service providers to improve signposting

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NEW PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

September 22, 2026
CooperVision’s MyDay Energys® campaign is now live.
MyDay Energys® is now available in United Kingdom & Ireland. Read More..
September 22, 2026
FITTINGBOX introduces OPTICAL FIT PRO
One in-store digital solution for eyewear measurements and lens demonstration Read More..
September 17, 2026
ULTRA LIMITED EXPLORES NEW SHAPES AND CONSTRUCTIONS
Italian craftsmanship underpins the collection, Read More..
September 14, 2026
Essilor® living intelligence™
Not a new product - but a smarter, more up-to-date version of Varilux® XR series™. Read More..

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