High Street
The latest developments in optics on the High Street
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Optical professionals from across the UK describe how local businesses are faring and share their predictions for the future of the High Street
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From deserted city centres, to the rise of home working and online sales, the pandemic has changed how people work, socialise and shop. At the close of a year that no one saw coming, OT looks ahead
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Nicholas Rumney, chairman of BBR Optometry, speaks to OT about joining the Hakim Group, the changes that COVID-19 has brought, and practice business models
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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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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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A survey carried out by Talentshed revealed that over half of respondents had seen a change in their employment status due to the pandemic
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The survey, held by Johnson & Johnson Vision, found a “disconnect” between how the public views the importance of eye health and how regularly they attend an eye examination
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The Winter Economy Plan includes a new ‘Job Support Scheme’ for employees returning on reduced hours, and an extension to loan scheme repayments
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The research, conducted by Vision Express, found that while COVID-19 has created delays, nearly a quarter of the population have not rebooked appointments
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Up to 48 Boots Opticians stores could close as the company launches a consultation for a transformation plan in response to the impact of coronavirus