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Category: External News

Curated articles relevant to community optometry in Scotland

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Updated Transmission-Based Precautions Guidance

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 …

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Workplace Wellbeing Research

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 …

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Optical profession urged to share views in survey on GOC proposals to revise the sight testing statement

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 …

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Celebrate GCU’s 150th Anniversary

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 …

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The Scottish Optometry Awards are Returning in November 2026!

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 …

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Association of Optometrists welcomes appointment of James Frith as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for eye care

“The new Parliamentary Under-Secretary has an opportunity to make eye care a leading example of the Government’s shift from hospital to community. We look forward to working with him and …

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AOP Announce Low Vision Report

Action urged by coalition of voices across eye care and sight loss charities to deliver nationwide Low Vision Services New report sets out the sector consensus for accessible, life-changing support …

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National Guidance for NHS Staff on Speaking Up in Scotland

National guidance for NHS staff on speaking up in NHS Scotland   Over the last year, the Independent National Whistleblowing Officer (INWO) and Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) have been working together …

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ABDO Update: Optical sector bodies unite on key principles for GOC registrant fee review

Leading optical sector organisations highlight strong alignment in response to GOC consultation on registrant fees Three leading optical sector organisations have written jointly to the General Optical Council (GOC) to …

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AOP calls for proportionate and evidence-based fee reforms in GOC consultation

Consultation submission highlights financial pressures and calls for transparency in setting fees for registrants The Association of Optometrists (AOP) has submitted a response to the General Optical Council’s (GOC) consultation …

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