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

A staff video tribute to two directors who are offering essential services features glowstick dancing and an exercise route in the shape of a heart

A video appearing to show a Specsavers employee explaining how the practice is delivering routine sight testing despite government restrictions has been met with criticism

The AOP chairman has shared reassurance for members who have questions around what constitutes essential care

Optical practices in the Republic of Ireland opened on Monday 18 May, with patients urged to attend

A new Google Map resource has been made to provide information on local eye clinics, aiming to help optometrists and patients to find their closest units

Liz Jackson, optometrist and co-owner of three Midlands-based optical practices, tells OT  how adaptations made during the lockdown will leave her business better placed for the future

OT  talks to Scott Brown, founder of a Scottish specialist contact lens manufacturer, about myopia management

A two-minute OT  video provides guidance on disinfecting optical premises and equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic

A two-minute OT  video provides guidance on the use of personal protective equipment in practice