Category: News

News from Council – 30 September 2026 The General Optical Council (GOC) held its third Council meeting of the year yesterday. Agenda items included discussing findings from its thematic review …

Optometry Scotland (OS) is delighted to announce the appointment of a new Chair, Vice Chair and three independent regional representative directors following its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 23 September …

The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is currently recruiting for two roles within its optometry team. These opportunities may be of interest to optometrists looking to contribute to …

Optometry Scotland is sharing the following update issued by NSS PSD Ophthalmic for members’ information. Members are encouraged to review the update carefully and ensure any relevant information is shared …

Optometry Scotland Vice Chair Richard Spruce has featured on the latest The Vision Room Education Podcast, by Vision Scotland, discussing community optometry and some of the key issues currently facing …

Optometry Scotland is sharing the following update issued by NSS PSD Ophthalmic for members’ information. Members are encouraged to review the update carefully and ensure any relevant information is shared …

SOC 15/11/2026 is NEARLY completely booked up for delegates getting their 17 CPD points, but anyone associated with optics who cannot make the whole day can still pop into the exhibition only …

Optometry Scotland is sharing the following update issued by NSS PSD Ophthalmic for members’ information. Members are encouraged to review the update carefully and ensure any relevant information is shared …

Twenty years ago this year, Scotland first started to offer everyone free NHS eye examinations. It’s the kind of anniversary most people walking into their local opticians are unlikely to …

Eye Health UK research finds 14.5 million Brits missing essential eye test putting them at risk of avoidable sight loss and poorer health outcomes New research from Eye Health UK …