Category: Professional Matters Optometry & Dispensing
NHS Scotland Ophthalmic workload statistics
2.44 million eye examinations were undertaken in Scotland,
Read More..The College of Optometrists responds to the GOC’s 2025 Workforce Perceptions and Survey Findings
Too many practitioners are working in environments where professional standards are difficult to uphold
Read More..GOC research reveals impacts of commercial pressures on optical professionals and launches thematic review
This year’s research highlights the continuing challenges that registrants face in daily clinical practice
Read More..Standing by to deliver the 10 Year Health Plan
Develop national commissioning frameworks for all enhanced eye care services
Read More..How community optometry reduces pressures on NHS
It is possible to cut hospital eye visits by around 50%, potentially freeing up 300,000 hospital eye appointments
Read More..News from the General Optical Council
Read the full September 2025 General Optical Council papers.
Read More..GOC erases Carnforth based optometrist from register
The GOC, has decided to erase an optometrist based in Carnforth, from its register.
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New Report Calls for National Funding to Expand Life-Changing Eye Care Technology
The report has been submitted to the Scottish Government for consideration.
Read More..NICE recommends eye tests for people diagnosed with dementia
Healthcare professionals could consider “referring people who cannot organise appointments themselves”.
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ABDO announces new Board member
Davinia will join the ABDO Board on 1 November 2025 after being elected to the role unopposed.
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