Category: GOC

News from the General Optical Council
Read the full September 2025 General Optical Council papers.
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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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Impacts of harassment, bullying, abuse and discrimination in the optical workplace
Bullying, abuse or discrimination at work, and the impact this has on them and their ability to provide safe patient care.
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GOC erases Slough based optometrist from register
GOC, has decided to erase an optometrist based in Slough, from its register.
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GOC erases Helensburgh based optometrist from register
GOC the UK regulator has decided to erase an optometrist based in Helensburgh, Scotland, from its register.
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GOC suspends Pembroke Dock based dispensing optician from register
GOC suspends a dispensing optician based in Pembroke Dock in Wales, from its register for three months.
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New research on a risk-based framework for the testing of sight
The likelihood of these risks occurring was considered to be low.
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Marc Stoner appointed as General Optical Council’s Director of Corporate Services
I bring with me a passion for public service, said Marc Stoner
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GOC approves resources to support transition to updated education and training requirements
The GOC has approved the three final projects led by SPOKE
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GOC suspends Dollar based optometrist from register
GOC has decided to suspend an optometrist based in Dollar in Scotland, from its register for four months.
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