AOP head of clinical and regulatory, Henry Leonard, shares his thoughts on practical steps locums can take to avoid professional conduct pitfalls

A study of Australian doctors has found an increased risk of medical negligence claims among those who are unhappy or overworked

Clear communication and strong emphasis of the level of urgency is key, says the AOP’s Dr Peter Hampson

How to harness the power of online communities within optical practice

The Professional Standard Authority has published its annual assessment of the optical regulator’s performance

The Department of Health and Social Care has confirmed which groups will be eligible for free lateral flow tests after 1 April

The company that owns Hubble lenses will pay penalties and redress in the largest amount to date involving the Contact Lens Rule

Head of policy and standards at the GOC, Marie Bunby, explains how registrants should approach raising a concern after witnessing a potentially dangerous situation

The High Court has approved a consent order between the AOP and GOC, formed following a challenge by the AOP legal team on behalf of a member

The policy outlines how and when the regulator will service notices electronically, how consent will be obtained, and the safeguards in place