Optical organisations

The GOC says the participation of optometrists and dispensing opticians in the research is ‘vital’

The first edition, available now, focuses on the triage stage of the FtP process

In a rapidly changing sector, the GOC’s Education Strategic Review consultation is an important next step, explains the regulator’s director of education, Leonie Milliner

The AOP, College and Optometry Schools Council emphasise that the GOC must ensure that an overhaul of education is financially viable

The changes will be applicable to the next undergraduate academic cohort, and to this year’s incoming Scheme for Registration trainees

AOP policy director, Tony Stafford, discusses what is involved in the Education Strategic Review, why it is needed, and how members can share their views

The College of Optometrists confirmed last week that remote Stage One assessments for pre-registration optometrists could begin from Monday 27 July.

The Professional Standards Authority has responded to a petition calling for the optical regulator to be investigated

While grappling with the profound implications of coronavirus will take time, supporting registrants exercising professional judgement in the delivery of eye care is key, writes chief executive and registrar at the General Optical Council, Lesley Longstone

The regulator has provided an update on its position on delivering private eye care in response to confusion shared online