Category: General News

July 14, 2026
Research highlights menopause-related dry eye symptoms and optometry treatment
Research highlights menopause-related dry eye symptoms and optometry treatment
Dry eyes often feel irritated and uncomfortable
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July 14, 2026
Mackie Opticians enters an exciting new chapter as founder retires after 30 years
Mackie Opticians enters an exciting new chapter as founder retires after 30 years
Scott’s retirement marks the culmination of a distinguished career
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July 7, 2026
Time to strengthen community glaucoma care in England to save sight
Time to strengthen community glaucoma care in England to save sight
The scheme has cut the number of patients needing to be referred to hospital by more than 50%
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June 26, 2026
Leicester optometrist appointed to national eyecare body
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
Eye care teams simulate cataract vision in football challenge
Eye care teams simulate cataract vision in football challenge
Eye care teams simulate cataract vision in football challenge
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June 19, 2026
SightCare calls for fair access and patient choice in over-70s eyesight testing consultation
SightCare calls for fair access and patient choice in over-70s eyesight testing consultation
SightCare asks for fair access for independent practices and protects patient choice.
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June 17, 2026
College awards President’s Research Medal to Doctor David Elliott FCOptom
College awards President’s Research Medal to Doctor David Elliott FCOptom
Dave Elliott is a great example of a true scientist.
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June 16, 2026
Specsavers backs call for government action on youth unemployment
Specsavers backs call for government action on youth unemployment
The business leaders say they share his ambition to reduce youth unemployment and expand opportunity.
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June 16, 2026
Carers Week 2026 –
Carers Week 2026 –
Eligible patients can receive an NHS-funded eye test in their own home,
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June 9, 2026
OFNC further statement on ERS and GIRFT
OFNC further statement on ERS and GIRFT
Governenment policy fails to provide the proper financial underpinning for practices
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