The AOP response to the PAC Report
The Association of Optometrists (AOP) responds to Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report on the NHS backlog in elective care Responding Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of the AOP, said: “The PAC’s …
AOP Announce New education unveiled for 100% Optical
The AOP have announced more CPD sessions for 2026 to deepen delegates clinical knowledge and showcase innovation in eye care The AOP have detailed a second release of the education …
New Development for Vision Rehabilitation in Scotland
A new development in vision rehabilitation is underway in Scotland, the University of Strathclyde has launched two new pioneering courses aimed at transforming support for adults experiencing visual impairment. The …
OS Manifesto Published
OPTOMETRY SCOTLAND LAUNCHES MANIFESTO CALLING FOR ACTION TO PROTECT SIGHT AND SECURE THE FUTURE OF EYE CARE Community optometry vital to tackling NHS pressures and preventing avoidable blindness Optometry Scotland …
OT & AOP launch clinical skills ‘brought to life’ in expanded suite of Optometry Today skills guides
24 October 2025 Clinical skills ‘brought to life’ in expanded suite of Optometry Today skills guides – Four new videos are launched to support student and early career optometrists Optometry …
OS Blog: Royal Charter Anniversary Reception
On the 12th of October, Optometry Scotland Chair Eilidh Thomson attended the College of Optometrists’ Royal Charter Anniversary Reception in London, which celebrated 30 years of the College’s Royal Charter …
OS World Sight Day Blog: Early Detection and the Expanding Role of Community Optometry
Today marks World Sight Day, and offers an important moment to reflect on the profession’s collective impact in preventing avoidable sight loss and advancing patient care through innovation, collaboration and …
OS Blog: GOC Workforce and Perceptions Survey 2025
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 …
RNIB Scotland launches manifesto for a better Scotland
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 …
OS Publish New Report Which Calls for National Funding to Expand Life-Changing Eye Care Technology
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 …