The announcement of interim results of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine gets the world talking about an exit strategy

Howard Bainbridge, who was admitted into the Livery of the Worshipful Company of Spectaclemakers in 1995, has retired from the Darlington practice he joined at the age of 15

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended until the end of March, while the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme has been increased

As the new lockdown takes effect in England, OT  hears from practices about remaining open for eye care, the business impact, and the challenges for the High Street

A pause on non-essential retail in England will see High Street footfall dwindle but the continuation of routine appointments is an important consolation

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended for a month following the Prime Minister’s plans for a four-week period of national restrictions

GOS contractors that meet an activity threshold will receive funding for August and September, while all contractors will be reimbursed for PPE

Members are told to contact the association if practices do not take appropriate steps to address concerns

The roll-out of the new tier system has brought challenges, but adaptability continues to keep practitioners going

A survey by the membership organisation has revealed inequalities in gender, age and race in optical settings in Britain