Optometry Scotland supports the Foundation Training Year (FTY) and welcomes confirmation that supervised GOS eye examinations will attract 100% of the applicable fee. However, practices still need essential information before …
Optical professionals cautiously optimistic about AI but raise concerns about errors and accountability, GOC survey finds New findings from the General Optical Council’s (GOC) 2026 registrant workforce and perceptions survey …
Optometry Scotland would like to let our members know that the Scottish Government has issued a new PCA(O)2026(06). The PCA includes: The circular provides an update relevant to community optometry …
Scottish Government have provided updated Transmission-Based Precautions (TBPs) guidance. You can access the full updated document here. Alternatively, Scottish Government have also provided the links below which summarise the changes …
Optometry Scotland would like to congratulate our Independent South & East Representative, Jonathan Jennett, on passing his Independent Prescribing (IP) exam. Jonathan has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to patient …
Help shape the future of workplace wellbeing in UK optometry International studies consistently highlight burnout challenges across the global optometry workforce. Here in the UK, the latest GOC Registrant Workforce …
This year marks 20 years since the introduction of General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) in Scotland. Since 2006, community optometry has continued to evolve, supporting more patients than ever before and …
Research will be “crucial in assessing how the proposals would operate in practice and in determining whether the changes are workable and in the best interests of patients” – Dr …
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is marking its 150th anniversary with a special weekend of celebrations, including two Anniversary Celebration Parties’ on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 August 2026. The reunions …
The Scottish Optometry Awards are returning for 2026, celebrating the people, practices and teams making a difference across Scotland’s optical sector. Taking place on Saturday 14 November 2026 at the …
