Health services

Optometry Scotland has confirmed that new controls in place in Aberdeen will not have an impact on optometry practices

The Independent Prescribing Optometry Service has shown promising results after its introduction one day after lockdown

Funding likely to be extended until 31 August, but limited to fixed practices that reach a minimum level of GOS1 activity

Health professionals, including optometrists, will need to self-isolate for 14 days when returning from a country that does not have a travel corridor with the UK

As negotiations for potential further funding continue, it has been agreed that previous levels of COVID-19 funding for GOS contractors in England will be extended until 31 July

How Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre’s Dr Waheeda Illahi, Rosie Auld and Dr Peter Good are managing challenges in the COVID-19 recovery phase

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

The first network in Leeds for primary care professionals from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds aims to draw members from across healthcare sectors

Croesyceiliog School in Cwmbran has been producing 300 plastic face visors each week

No agreement has been reached around further financial support for practices after temporary funding measures ceased at the end of June