Press releases

Optometry Today publishes new essential guide for practice teams

100% Optical will take place from 28 February - 2 March 2026 at Excel London

Under new proposals the sector will be able to provide a wider range of medications to treat minor eye conditions, making it easier for patients to get care closer to home and drive down pressure on GPs and hospitals

The Association of Optometrists and The College of Optometrists have welcomed the move that will be the most significant shake-up of driving laws in a decade

Zöe Franklin MP acknowledged primary eye care as vital in “ensuring care is delivered closer to home” during a practice visit amid renewed emphasis on community care

Fifth edition of Optometry Today’s popular Locum optometrist guide launches

Our joint response to the BBC feature on vision standards for driving and the calls made by affected families to prevent future road deaths

Four new online training modules launch for the whole practice team

AOP welcomes ‘neighbourhood-led’ shift at the heart of the Government’s plan, but says it is critical investment flows into the primary care sector to deliver the results that patients need

The AOP is highlighting how a postcode lottery on care is driving late diagnosis and treatment, leading to preventable sight loss