Category: Professional Matters Optometry & Dispensing

Consultation launched on reforms to GOC CPD scheme
GOC proposals aim to maximise registrants’ freedom to undertake learning that is relevant
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OPTOMETRY SCOTLAND welcomes continued investment in Community Eye Care
Budget confirms community eyecare funding of £144.5 million
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Care leavers to get free sight tests
Those who have been in care are at a higher risk of mental health issues
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Compulsory eyesight testing for drivers in road safety push announced
The Government consultation was launched on Wednesday 7 January
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AOP welcomes new eye care support for children leaving care
Free prescriptions, dental and eye care services up to the age of 25 forkids leaving care
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GOC publishes two new pieces of guidance to enhance patient safety
The new guidance has been finalised following feedback to the GOC’s consultation
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GOC looks to appoint two new Council Associates
The GOC is committed to diversifying the membership of its panels
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ICB rethinks decision to pause patient choice
ICB steps back as HSJ reports that the ICB has decided to ‘backtrack’
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Utilising community eye healthcare to achieve national health goals
Governments across the UK have a chance to realise the potential of community optometry and audiology,
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Eye and hearing health clinic held in UK Parliament Building
Experts from Specsavers have held an eye and hearing health clinic in the UK Parliament
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