Health services

The Department of Health and Social Care has clarified how social distancing restrictions affect blind and visually impaired people

Concerns have been raised by the Optometric Fees Negotiating Committee about the lack of clarity provided by NHS England on financial support

The new organisation will focus on controlling infectious disease, though some groups have warned the reform could be a “risky” move at this time

How can the profession regenerate after a period of massive societal change? While the pandemic has created unprecedented challenges, it may also be a catalyst for new beginnings

Leicester optometrists will provide a more limited range of services than the rest of England after a local lockdown was enforced

Routine private and NHS sight tests can now be offered by practices following an announcement from NHS England

Limited company directors, self-employed with profits over £50k and new starters have fallen through the Government safety net

OT  investigates the impact of the pandemic on optometrists in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales – and asks how each nation is charting a path forward

AOP chief executive warns of “serious and lasting damage” if COVID-19 funding is cut

The British Dental Association has highlighted that only 36% of dental practices will be opening from Monday