High Street

The second phase of the Streets for All campaign calls for local authorities to ensure High Street changes to support social distancing are accessible for blind and partially sighted pedestrians

Optical professionals from across the UK describe how local businesses are faring and share their predictions for the future of the High Street

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

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

The company suggested management would work closely with the investors to deliver an “ambitious growth strategy”

The domiciliary service provider shared its plans to continue growing the business, with Optimism Health Group highlighting the business’ “potential to expand rapidly”

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended until the end of March, while the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme has been increased

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

A survey carried out by Talentshed revealed that over half of respondents had seen a change in their employment status due to the pandemic

Independent Butterfield Opticians has been recognised by Lancaster City Council for creating a safe environment for patients during the pandemic