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The new roles reflect the full student and early career journey into the optometry profession and are designed to improve representation across each cohort
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Primary eye care organisations have welcomed the publication of NHS England's Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) Best Practice Guidance for Glaucoma Services. If implemented by ICBs as intended, the new guidance should mark an important step forward in the delivery of safe, integrated and collaborative glaucoma care across England.
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Three members elected to serve on the Hospital Optometrists Committee
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“The new health secretary has an opportunity to build a more joined-up and resilient health and care system, but this can only be achieved by prioritising primary care and integrated community services.” – Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of the AOP
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The 2026-2030 strategy sets out its mission for optometry, eye care and health
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The Association of Optometrists (AOP) and The College of Optometrists warn the current self-declaration system puts more lives at risk of death or injury
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Westminster event demonstrates community optometry’s untapped potential to ease strain on GPs and A&E, improve patient outcomes, and deliver care closer to home
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The bodies are working together to prepare recommendations for Government on optometry-led mandatory eyesight testing for older drivers