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Category: News

External News / News

eOphthalmic Downtime for scheduled maintenance: 31 March 07:00–15:00

New eOphthalmic Downtime for scheduled maintenance: 31 March 07:00–15:00.  Due to essential updates, eOphthalmic will be unavailable between 07:00 and 15:00 Today, 31 March 2026. Please do not submit any claims …

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AOP Announce Risk of closure for charity a “dire outcome” for people with sight loss, say AOP 

Vista has set an urgent fundraising target of £2 million to sustain operations The AOP have announced that the 160-year-old charity, Vista, which supports people affected by sight loss, has …

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eOphthalmic scheduled maintenance Tuesday 31 March 07:00–14:00

eOphthalmic scheduled maintenance Tuesday 31 March 07:00–14:00 Due to essential updates, eOphthalmic will be unavailable between 07:00 and 14:00 on 31 March 2026. Please do not submit any claims during …

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AOP launches new AI resource hub to support eye care practitioners in navigating emerging technologies

Dedicated online hub to improve professional confidence in AI-supported care The Association of Optometrists (AOP) has announced the launch of a new AI and Technology resource hub, designed to support …

Member's News / News

eOphthalmic scheduled maintenance Wednesday 25 March 07:00–12:00

eOphthalmic scheduled maintenance Wednesday 25 March 07:00–12:00 Due to essential updates, eOphthalmic may experience interruptions between 07:00 and 12:00 tomorrow. If you experience any submission issues, please re-submit the claim after …

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GOC Announce Launch of 2026 Workforce and Perceptions Survey

GOC launches 2026 Workforce and Perceptions Survey The General Optical Council (GOC) has announced the launch of its Workforce and Perceptions Survey to learn more about registrants’ work experiences, including …

Member's News / News

Slit Lamp Grant Funding Reminder

Reminder re Slit lamp grant funding is available via the PCA(O)2026(03)! To be eligible, the portable slit lamp must be ordered between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026 and …

Member's News / News

February paid March 2026 schedule reports are now available

The February paid March 2026 ophthalmic schedule reports are now available, please log in to https://www.bo.scot.nhs.uk/BOE/BI to access your reports.  The February paid March 2026 schedule communication includes:  Toaccess this and previous comms click on …

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Updates and Reminders from NES

The below updates have been issued by NES today, added here for our members information. Mandatory Training 2026 A Realistic Approach to Community EyecareDeadline: 31st December 2026 A reminder that …

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AOP announce education a “standout success” at 100% Optical

The Association of Optometrists (AOP) wide-ranging programme of innovative education enjoyed by thousands of eye care professionals attending the UK’s largest optical event. Thousands of new and returning delegates to …

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