News archive for 2023
DVLA publishes revised list of notifiable conditions list for drivers following AOP advice
The AOP have been actively working with the DVLA since serious concerns were raised over its extended list of notifiable conditions at the end of last year.
Glaucoma UK’s campaign raises awareness of glaucoma through people’s unique glaucoma stories
Glaucoma UK is marking Glaucoma Awareness Week 2023, which will run from 26 June to 2 July 2023.
Reforms to primary eyecare in Wales welcome but concerning
Some areas of the Welsh Government’s proposals have come under scrutiny by eyecare practitioners practising in Wales since a consultation on reforms opened in April.
Inequities in access to education for blind and partially sighted children
Leading Scottish vision impairment organisations call on Scottish Government to endorse new framework for vision impairment education.
New BCLA President stresses importance of embracing change
‘If you don't keep up you risk going out of business’ – new BCLA President stresses importance of embracing change.
87% of UK unaware they can have cataract surgery immediately and don't have to suffer with declining vision
Cataract symptoms, myths and surgery options as extensive national eye health survey shows huge lack of awareness in UK's public.
Henrietta Alderman receives prestigious Peter Yeo Medal for outstanding leadership and commitment to the AOP
Former Chief Executive is the recipient of the highest accolade awarded by the AOP.
First online education day for locum optometrists
The AOP’s online locum day will take place on Sunday 25 June, 09:30-15:45.
RNIB and Roche UK launch new eye health audit tool to improve delivery of local eye health services
Leading sight loss charity RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) and Roche UK have today launched a new eye health audit tool: Eye Level.
‘Agenda-setting’ BCLA Clinical Conference to shape the future of contact lens practice around the world
The global eye care professional network’s “unquenchable thirst for learning” ensured the success of the first in-person BCLA Clinical Conference & Exhibition in four years.
Optometry Today’s new essential guide for myopia management
Optometry Today (OT) has published the second edition of its myopia management guide.
High levels of public trust in optometry supports extended services closer to home, says AOP
New research published by the General Optical Council (GOC) last week shows high levels of confidence in optical practitioners.
