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Before the GOC in 2021
An at-a-glance summary of recent fitness to practise decisions published by the optical regulator
The impact of self-isolation requirements for practices
Optical sector bodies reviewed conditions around self-isolation for frontline health and care staff, and OT has heard how optometrists have been affected by the requirement
How will optometrists be affected by COVID-19 restrictions ending?
From mask wearing to social distancing, OT details six issues for the profession as measures imposed during the pandemic ease in England
Optical bodies release COVID-19 guidance for practices in England
The guidance supports the need for “robust” infection prevention and control measures for primary eye care services after 19 July, and addresses topics including social distancing and face masks
Frank Munro joins GOC council
The Scottish optometrist has been appointed as a new registrant council member
OT and Optocoach collaborate on Instagram giveaway
For the second year running, OT and Optocoach have partnered to offer an Instagram giveaway
AOP: Health and Care Bill could “pave the way for more consistent commissioning”
Introduced to Parliament on 6 July, the Health and Care Bill would ensure each part of England has an Integrated Care Board and Integrated Care Partnership
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- Face masks ‘not mandatory’ for patients in optical practices, according to new government regulations
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- The impact of self-isolation requirements for practices
- NHS England to shift primary care contract management functions to Integrated Care Boards
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