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Government move to continue free COVID-19 testing for optics welcomed

Free access to lateral flow tests confirmed for NHS staff
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NHS Government Coronavirus
100% Optical 2022 changes dates in response to the rise in Omicron cases

100% Optical will now take place at ExCeL London from 23–25 April 2022 to ensure safety of visitors and exhibitors
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Events Education Coronavirus
AOP campaign tackles illegal supply online

New AOP campaign highlighting the risks of buying contact lenses online to consumers
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Campaign Coronavirus
Optometrists warning over illegal and unsafe contact lenses as online buying soars
- 5 min read
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Campaign Coronavirus
AOP sets out a vision for the future of optometry

Strategy highlights the key role the sector plays in NHS eye care
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NHS Government Sight test Coronavirus
New OFNC Chair confirms course for the coming year

An increase to the GOS sight test fee remains a focus for the negotiating committee
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Coronavirus NHS Government Sight test OFNC
OFNC update: Department of Health and Social Care confirms first GOS sight test fee increase since 2015

An increase of 1.9% will be seen from April 2021
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Coronavirus NHS Government Sight test
New AOP Infection control and prevention certificate

Members encouraged to watch the pre-recorded lecture and complete the related multiple-choice questions
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Coronavirus AOP member benefit
AOP responds to NHS reform announcement

Government White Paper outlines how the NHS and local authorities must collaborate
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Government NHS Coronavirus
AOP confirms opticians will remain open during second English lockdown

Practices can continue to provide services including routine sight tests
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Coronavirus Government NHS

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