A temporary suspension of the requirement for patients to sign GOS forms will continue until 31 August

The latest GOS statistics reveal a 34% decrease in the number of sight tests performed compared to the previous year

From sight test funding to mega mergers and the environmental impact of PPE, OT  explores five issues facing the profession

16 ECPs tell OT  what they think the next year will bring, from increased reliance on domiciliary care to long-term changes to sight testing

An increase to the GOS sight test fee remains a focus for the negotiating body

A March meeting of the AOP Council raised key areas for the AOP to support practices and optometrists in the coming months

The increase is the first boost to GOS funding since 2015

A recent policy report has examined the performance of community optometry before and during the pandemic, presenting a series of future-proofing recommendations

The OFNC says the decision “shows a lack of regard for the small number of practices that still need help,” and confirmed negotiations will not continue

PCSE has shared advice for contractors who are not able to submit claims online and have run out of the new style forms