Optometry Wales New Wellbeing Resource
Optometry Wales has supported the launch of a new wellbeing resource for people working and studying across UK optometry. The Person Behind the Role: Well-being and purpose in Optometry, written …
NPCCD Ophthalmic Platform Update
A number of changes have been introduced to the NPCCD Ophthalmic platform, affecting Ophthalmic Clinician Data Access (OCDA), Ophthalmic Practice Data Access (OPDA) and Health Board reporting. The key changes …
GOC Optical professionals cautiously optimistic about AI but raise concerns about errors and accountability, GOC survey finds
Optical professionals cautiously optimistic about AI but raise concerns about errors and accountability, GOC survey finds New findings from the General Optical Council’s (GOC) 2026 registrant workforce and perceptions survey …
Optometry Scotland announces new Chair, Vice Chair and regional representatives
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 …
PCA(O)2026(06) Now Available
Optometry Scotland would like to let our members know that the Scottish Government has issued a new PCA(O)2026(06). The PCA includes: The circular provides an update relevant to community optometry …
AOP appoints new Councillors to advance student and early career representation
Updated Council roles support improved representation across the profession The Association of Optometrists (AOP) welcomes four new Councillors to represent Optometrist in training (OIT) and Newly-qualified optometrist (NQ) members, as …
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 …
OS Independent Representatives All IP Qualified
Optometry Scotland would like to congratulate our Independent South & East Representative, Jonathan Jennett, on passing his Independent Prescribing (IP) exam. Jonathan has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to patient …
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 …
OS Blog: 20 Statistics About Eye Care in Scotland (GOS 20)
This year marks 20 years since the introduction of General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) in Scotland. Since 2006, community optometry has continued to evolve, supporting more patients than ever before and …