Category: Professional Matters Optometry & Dispensing

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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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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New College President announced
Read about the new College Council members announced
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Reassurances about GOS in England from DHSC
ICBs have been holding GOS contracts, rather than NHS England, since 2023
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GOC suspends Bolton-based optometrist from register
GOC has decided to suspend an optometrist based in Bolton, from its register for two months.
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PRIMARY EYE CARE “unable to support” government’s new IT system without additional funding
Noting in the plan will pay for the additional clinical and administrative burdens
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Millions to get faster eye care on the high street
The College stated ” it’s pleased to contribute to the new GIRFT guidance for glaucoma care.”
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Peter Yeo Medal awarded to Kevin Thompson
The accolade was presented by Emma Spofforth
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OFNC urges all contractors in England to take part in new GOS survey
No submitted material will be shared other than in an aggregate and non-identifiable statistical format.
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AOP invites member feedback on GOC paper exploring fee changes
The GOC is reviewing its approach in light of continuing financial pressures on businesses and individuals,
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