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The College calls for funding for primary eye care services to be prioritised to address NHS ophthalmology backlog

The College of Optometrists has welcomed the extra funding promised for NHS England as a necessary step forward to help reduce waiting lists but calls on the government to prioritise funding towards primary eye care services to help tackle the...

VisionSpring, Eye Care Foundation, and Deckers partner to screen the vision of factory workers in Cambodia

VisionSpring, Eye Care Foundation (ECF) and Deckers Brands today announce a new collaboration to screen the eyesight of factory workers in Cambodia. They will conduct screenings for 4,600 factory workers over 18 days, including individuals who make footwear for Deckers...

AOP calls for ‘bold thinking’ in response to DHSC request for new minor and urgent eyecare service

The development of a standard specification for ICBs is welcome but ambition for a national approach ‘should not be sacrificed’.

ABDO National Resource Centre secures first digital sponsor

The ABDO National Resource Centre (NRC) based in Birmingham has secured its first digital sponsor in STEPPER EYEWEAR. The NRC is now offering digital sponsorship packages at the NRC venue, which includes a feature on the NRC website and digital...

ABDO to launch new course in paediatric eyecare

The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has announced plans to launch a new professional certificate in paediatric eyecare that will enable eyecare practitioners to develop advanced skills and knowledge in relation to many different aspects of paediatric eyecare, including myopia management.

Eye News Symposium confirmed for 2019!

We are delighted to confirm that the Eye News Ophthalmology Symposium will be taking place again next year as part of the Eyecare Conference and Exhibition. Following the success of the 2018 Symposium, we are keen to make 2019 even...

ABDO National Resource Centre secures new digital sponsor

The ABDO National Resource Centre (NRC) based in Birmingham has secured a new gold digital sponsor in Eyecare Education. Eyecare Education are a GOC-approved CPD provider who offer a range of professional education services. Their CPD conferences provide optometrists and...

Eyecare Glasgow 2025

Eyecare is the biggest conference and exhibition for the optical industry in Scotland and has been running for over 20 years. We will be back at The Hilton Hotel Glasgow, 1 William St, Glasgow G3 8HT on 19th & 20th January 2025 with a packed schedule including the return of the Eyecare Awards.

ABDO responds to GOC research

New research published by the General Optical Council (GOC) shows an increase in public satisfaction in eyecare services.

ABDO responds to NHS long term workforce plan

The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has responded to the NHS England long term workforce plan.

College of Optometrists responds to Labour’s partnership plans for eyecare

Shadow Health Minister, Karin Smyth MP, has outlined Labour’s plans to support improved eyecare services.

Line-up confirmed for Eye News Symposium!

We are delighted to confirm an excellent line-up of speakers and topics for the Eye News Symposium, taking place in Glasgow on Sunday 20 January.