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GOC approves SPOKE Project 5 output
The General Optical Council (GOC) has approved the fifth output of the Sector Partnership for Optical Knowledge and Education (SPOKE). The output is now available to download from the College of Optometrists website.
Melton optometrist and lecturer wins RNIB Eye Care Professional of the Year Award
The RNIB See Differently Awards, supported by People’s Postcode Lottery, recognise and celebrate outstanding work supporting people with sight loss. Hosted by standup comedian, Jamie MacDonald, the awards took place on Tuesday 21 May.
Vision passport to be discussed at OSA June 10 meeting
The Digital Eye Care Alliance (DECA) meeting at the OSA Summer Belfry event on June 10, is opening its doors to non-OSA members who would like to know more about the rapid advances in digital eyecare.
Belfry to host summer OSA meeting
The Belfry beckons for all OSA members from 10–11 June, as one of the most enjoyable events of the optical calendar.
New College of Optometrists President and Council members announced
The College of Optometrists welcomed a new President and seven new Council members at its AGM, held during the College’s clinical conference, Optometry Tomorrow 2024 - now incorporating BCLA Focus - in Telford on 29 April.
ABDO graduation
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) celebrated the graduation of dispensing opticians and contact lens opticians at Canterbury Cathedral on Wednesday 24 April.
Melton optometrist and lecturer shortlisted for RNIB See Differently Award
A Leicestershire woman who is currently writing a book about a visually impaired dragon will be hoping to slay the judges at the RNIB See Differently Awards where she has been nominated in recognition of her role in the development of low vision clinics across the UK over the last 30 years.
Nominations sought for ‘passionate’ new BCLA council members
“Committed” and “passionate” eye care professionals have been urged to put themselves forward to represent their peers on the BCLA council.
Optoversity 2024 happens on Sunday 7 April online
Students and companies have just a few days left to sign up for the annual Optoversity Challenge optometry competition and charity fundraiser for Vision Care for Homeless People (VCHP), run by student training provider Out of the Box Optics.
BCLA ASIA 2024 triumphantly takes place in Chengdu, China
The British Contact Lens Association (BCLA) marked an historic milestone with the successful staging of BCLA ASIA in mainland China.
Eyecare professionals welcome CooperVision’s ‘Fresh Start’ initiative at 100% Optical 2024
Leading manufacturer leads peer-to-peer conversation and shares ideas on ways to help improve the contact lens patient fitting journey.
AOP welcomes report calling for redirection of future funding from secondary to primary and community services
The King’s Fund says a shift in focus away from hospital care in England’s ‘failing health and care system’ is essential.
