Common regulation questions
Our clinical and regulatory team deal with your most frequent queries
UK
GOS guidance and regulatory advice which applies to optometrists and dispensing opticians across the UK
Data protection
Information and advice on data protection and the 2018 General Data Protection Regulation
GOC registration renewal
Member advice on the GOC registration renewal process
2010 Bribery Act guidance
What you need to know to comply with the law on bribery
Occupational screening advice
Advice for members carrying out occupational screening
Medical devices
Read our advice on medical devices used in clinical practice
Defining illegal practice
Understanding the definition of illegal practice within the optical sector
Hospital supply of contact lenses
Clinical guidance on the supply of contact lenses for hospital optometrists and ophthalmologists
Sale and supply
The latest on restricted groups, supervision, low vision aids and contact lens supply
Spectacle sales from display
Simple, practical steps to meet Trading Standards regulations
Returning to work
An overview of the things to consider when getting back to work after a career break
Legislation and regulation resources
Links to critical pieces of legislation and regulation affecting the optical profession