Sight Scotland Launches New Community Activity Groups
Sight Scotland is delighted to announce the launch of its new Community Activity Groups. This new service will aim to reach and engage with more people affected by sight loss …
OS Member survey highlights
Negotiating and lobbying with Scottish Government seen as most valued Optometry Scotland activities Our members and potential members of Optometry Scotland were invited to complete a survey in November last …
Duncan and Todd Group
Duncan and Todd Group, Scotland’s largest independent optometrist and hearing care specialist, has appointed a product development manager to help drive its growth plans. Gillian Sibeth will work as part …
The College of Optometrists accredits NES Optometry
NHS Education for Scotland Optometry (NES Optometry) is the first non-university provider to be accredited by The College of Optometrists to deliver the Professional Certificate in Low Vision. The organisation …
Optician Awards 2022 finalists announced
Congratulations, and good luck, to OS Members Ian Morris, Specsavers Wick, Hayley Smith, Peter Ivins Eye Care and Urquhart Opticians who have been shortlisted for the Optician Awards 2022. Ian …
Tackling health inequalities in Scotland Report
A Scottish Parliament inquiry has concluded by calling for urgent, coordinated action across all levels of Government in the UK to tackle health inequalities in Scotland. A wide-ranging report by …
GOC survey of the optical workforce
The General Optical Council (GOC) has published the findings of its Registrant Workforce and Perceptions Survey 2022. The survey provides unique insights into the changing nature of the optical workforce, …
OS Consultation Response – Opticians Act
Optometry Scotland has submitted a response to the call for evidence on the Opticians Act and consultation on association policies. Julie Mosgrove, Chair of OS said ‘We would like to …
Alternative Pathways to Primary Care Report
Optometry Scotland has welcomed a recent report which recognises the important role optometrists can play in reducing pressure on GPs. Earlier this year the Scottish Parliament’s Health, Social Care and …
OS appoints new Vice-Chair
Optometry Scotland (OS) has appointed Eilidh Thomson as a new vice chair, along with four representatives to serve as voices for independent opticians across Scotland. Eilidh Thomson is an optometrist for Black and Lizars Opticians, …