The General Optical Council (GOC) has published the findings from their 2025 Workforce and Perceptions Survey, which reveals the impacts of commercial pressures on optical professionals and launches thematic review …
This National Eye Health Week [Monday, 22 September], leading sight loss charity RNIB Scotland has launched its manifesto, ‘Looking For A Better Scotland’, urging all political parties to commit to …
Optometry Scotland warns of “postcode lottery” Optometry Scotland (OS), the representative body for optical professionals, has published a landmark report calling for the full integration of an early diagnostic tool …
Optometry Scotland (OS) supports the RCOphth’s call for standardised EHRs in eye care. We welcome the RCOphth’s call for interoperable electronic health records, which can improve patient safety, continuity of …
Today, a press release has been issued by all four nations calling for better vision standards for drivers. Optometry Scotland, along with the eye care community across all four UK …
Scotland leads on eye care access and trust – but challenges remain Scotland has once again shown leadership in eye care, with the latest Public Perceptions Research from the General …
100% Optical will take place from 28 February – 2 March 2026 at Excel London Registration has launched for the UK’s largest optical trade show, 100% Optical. Delivered by the …
Under new proposals the sector will be able to provide a wider range of medications to treat minor eye conditions, making it easier for patients to get care closer to …
The General Optical Council (GOC) has published new research exploring the lived experiences of registrants who have experienced harassment, bullying, abuse or discrimination at work, and the impact this has …
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) is delighted to announce that bookings are now open for its 2025 clinical conference – and for the first time, non-members are invited …
