Category: Professional Matters Optometry & Dispensing

Wales – GOS fees Start Date 20th October 2023
The Welsh Government has confirmed new clinical fees for WGOS.
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AOP champions member voices in new benefits video
AOP will be rolling out a brand refresh to reflect the strides made in raising the profile of the profession
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Significant levels of bullying, harassment and discrimination in optical professions identified
There is a worrying level of GOC registrants reporting negative and damaging behaviours in the workplace,
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Requirements guidance issued as optometry contract for Wales comes into force
Optometry Wales outlines new rules for practitioners practising in Wales
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GOC Regulatory Director to leave
She was responsible for leading a significant improvement in the GOC’s fitness to practise performance.
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Changes to NHS diabetic eye screening intervals
Lower risk diabetic retinopathy Pxs will be invited for screening every two years
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England: Changes to GOS regulations
Letter about planned changes to GOS regulations in England
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New regulations for Wales optometry contract come into force next week
Practitioners in Wales have been told to act now as only a “small window of opportunity” remains to provide Welsh GOS from that date.
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WGOS regulations laid before Senedd
The new five levels of WGOS will see significant new investment into the sector with fairer fees for clinical work
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General Optical Council, meeting report
GOC held its third Council meeting of the year
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