Kimberley Young
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A recent policy report has examined the performance of community optometry before and during the pandemic, presenting a series of future-proofing recommendations
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Optometry businesses welcomed the extension to business support measures, but highlighted key gaps
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AOP clinical director, Dr Peter Hampson, identified the possibilities for “exciting new clinical opportunities” for optometry, but also highlighted areas of the plans to monitor closely
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A maximum £500 bonus is being offered to primary care workers in Scotland, with a deadline for claims of 21 February 2021
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Optical associations have shared updates on the progress of the COVID-19 vaccination plan for patient-facing practice staff
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The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended until the end of March, while the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme has been increased
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Practices will be able to deliver care through the next phase of Government restrictions, prioritised on the basis of clinical need and ensuring PPE and infection control processes are in place
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The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended for a month following the Prime Minister’s plans for a four-week period of national restrictions
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As England prepares for four weeks of restrictive measures, the College of Optometrists has recommended practices remain open to provide prioritised routine care along with urgent and essential services
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All practices will be able to remain open to provide services as part of the amber recovery phase guidance, Optometry Wales shared