Sight Loss Councils (SLCs) are groups led by blind and partially sighted volunteers using their lived experience to tackle local and national issues to progress accessibility, inclusivity and equality across …
The Optometry Scotland AGM will take place on 15th May 2024 from 1pm-2pm via Zoom. The AGM is open to all members, please contact the OS office on office(at)optometryscotland.org.uk …
Disclosure Scotland plays an important role in the safeguarding landscape in Scotland. Our vetting service matches people to criminal records, helping organisations make safer recruitment decisions. They also manage the …
‘Casting an eye to the future: why early career engagement is fundamental to optometry recruitment’ By Eilidh Thomson, vice chair of Optometry Scotland and professional services and IP optometrist at …
We are pleased to announce that we have launched a short-life working group (SLWG) to investigate the need for investment in new technology to treat eye patients. The taskforce, funded …
The results of the Equality Impact Assessment undertaken in relation to the Community Glaucoma Service, a new national NHS service supporting the discharge of lower risk glaucoma and treated ocular …
Applications for the 2024 Scope Eyecare Independent Prescriber Bursary Scheme are now open. Now in its third year, this was established to support Optometrists who wish to enhance their clinical …
The General Optical Council (GOC) has today launched its Workforce and Perceptions Survey to gain valuable insights on its registrants’ views of job satisfaction, working conditions, future plans, and of …
The General Optical Council (GOC) has appointed Carole Auchterlonie as Director of Regulatory Operations, following a competitive recruitment process. Carole will lead the organisation’s largest directorate which incorporates fitness to …
The General Optical Council (GOC) has published a new statement on the verification of contact lens specifications, following a consultation. The statement sets out the GOC’s position that it does not …
