ABDO opens clinical conference bookings to non-members
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 …
The AOP support Optometry Scotland’s response to the Long-Term Conditions Framework
August 26th 2025 Following our consultation response to the Scottish Government’s Long Term Conditions Framework in July, The Association of Optometrists (AOP) have issued a statement in support of Optometry …
PCA(O)2025(05) issued 19 August 2025
Key points include: We encourage all members to review the PCA in full for the detailed information. Members can view this here.
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 Optical Council (GOC) highlighting strong public confidence in the profession and a …
Community Eyecare Guidelines – Continued Access
Following feedback from Scottish Government and Health Board Optometric Advisors, it has been agreed with Scottish Government that access to the Community Eyecare Guidelines (CEG) will continue, and the existing …
GOC extends the Knowledge Hub to support implementation of the ETR for three years
The GOC is pleased to announce a three-year extension of the Knowledge Hub to support the implementation of the new Education and Training Requirements (ETR). The Hub will continue to …
You Won’t See It Coming campaign launches for Glaucoma Awareness Week
The AOP is highlighting how a postcode lottery is driving late diagnosis and treatment, leading to preventable sight loss Over half (54%) of UK optometrists have seen a patient in …
Scottish Government provides intrim solution for delayed GOS specialist supplementary service
Scottish Government have sent a letter to the sector advising of a delay to the launch of the new GOS Specialist Supplementary (GOS SS) Service (attached). Optometry Scotland have issued …
Scottish PVG Guidance Update
Following our earlier guidance issued on the 23rd May 2025, Optometry Scotland, supported by the UK representative bodies, has continued to engage positively with Disclosure Scotland to help the profession transition …
Third edition of Optometry Today’s myopia management guide
Optometry Today (OT) is launching the third edition of its myopia guide, a print and digital resource designed to aid optometrists, dispensing opticians and contact lens opticians working in the …