Optical organisations

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

A recent policy report has examined the performance of community optometry before and during the pandemic, presenting a series of future-proofing recommendations

Optical associations have shared updates on the progress of the COVID-19 vaccination plan for patient-facing practice staff

As England prepares for four weeks of restrictive measures, the College of Optometrists has recommended practices remain open to provide prioritised routine care along with urgent and essential services

All practices will be able to remain open to provide services as part of the amber recovery phase guidance, Optometry Wales shared

Tim Morgan and Sarah Schumm will work on projects including workforce planning and eye care reform

Chris Skidmore was given an eye test at the university’s new optometry facility

Scottish Eyecare for Everyone aims to bring together stakeholders to tackle issues relating to eye health

The multiple is the fourth largest optical group in Scotland to join the organisation

While the sight test fee remains frozen, the WECS will rise by 1% in Wales