Through our policy work, we champion the value of optometrists in delivering eye care, and provide an independent, authoritative voice in debates that will shape the sector.
We have responded to the Department of Health and Social Care consultation on 'Regulating anaesthesia associates and physician associates.'
Research, including work carried out in high-street optometry practices, is driving innovation in clinical practice and at a policy level, writes Mark Gould.
College President Professor Leon Davies FCOptom represented the College at the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Eye Health and Visual Impairment this week.
The General Optical Council (GOC) has presented a draft response to its call for evidence on the need for change to the Opticians Act (1989) and the consultation on associated GOC policies to its Council.
Members have been invited to have their say on the Guidance for Professional Practice - updated once every three years.
We have submitted our response to the All Wales Common Ailments Service formulary consultation
Evelyn Mensah, Consultant Ophthalmologist, talks about the steps she is taking to encourage equality.
We have submitted our response to Healthcare Improvement Scotland's cataract surgery standards scoping consultation.
We have responded to the Hewitt review: call for evidence on ICSs in England, to help inform a new way of working.
The Opticians Act 1989 underpins the General Optical Council’s regulatory work. Sophie Goodchild looks at why a review was needed, the response from stakeholders, and the next steps.
Clinical Adviser for the College Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom on how to ensure a sustainable optometry workforce.
Where do you start when writing a clinical case study? We summarise the steps with advice from College Director of Knowledge and Research Mike Bowen.