The company has brought forward the launch of its eLearning platform to support staff training

The support will be available for organisations providing vital services to blind and partially sighted people during the COVID-19 outbreak

The company aims to provide “a bit of fun” to help independent practices support their customers through the coronavirus lockdown

The AOP and other optical bodies in the UK are raising the issue of the PPE shortage “as a matter of urgency”

Boots UK has been supporting the Government’s drive to provide coronavirus tests for NHS staff, with Boots Opticians employees among some of the first volunteers

The company has seen an impact on business conditions as the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the globe

In light of Government guidance around limiting the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), a number of frame suppliers and eyewear brands have temporarily closed or modified operations

The AOP has outlined advice for when to offer an appointment during the COVID-19 outbreak

The Chancellor of the Exchequer has announced further measures to protect jobs during the outbreak including a scheme to help pay wages and tax deferrals

The supplier has seen increased demand for products such as slit lamp breath shields and chin rest paper as a result of the outbreak