The College of Optometrists and the Association of Optometrists have developed five principles to ensure current vision standards for driving are implemented, and working for the public.
The College believes that regular sight tests are critical to reducing the current and future risk of driving accidents.
Government proposals for mandatory eyesight testing for drivers over the age of 70 follow active campaigning by The College of Optometrists and the Association of Optometrists on road safety.
Guidance for optometrists on examining patience who drive.
In each issue, Acuity poses a topical question to a panel of members.
Podcast: College Clinical Advisers Dr Paramdeep Bilkhu MCOptom and Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom MBE discuss the highlights of 2025 and what to expect in 2026.
The College of Optometrists and the Association of Optometrists say new research shows “current vision checks aren’t keeping pace with what’s needed to keep everyone safe on the road”
From national policy influence, historic celebrations and new beginnings, July to September delivered impactful milestones shaping the future of eye care.
From shaping eye care’s future to championing road safety, AI innovation, and inclusive learning – we made an impactful start to 2025.
This Road Safety Week, The College of Optometrists and Association of Optometrists are urging all drivers to ensure they have regular eye tests to check their vision still meets UK driving standards.
Clinical files: A patient has asked me to perform another Esterman for a second opinion after the DVLA told them that their visual field result didn’t meet the driving standards. Can I do this?
The College of Optometrists and the Association of Optometrists have welcomed the move that will be the most significant shake-up of driving laws in a decade.
Our joint response to the BBC feature on vision standards for driving and the calls made by affected families to prevent future road deaths.
The College of Optometrists and the Association of Optometrists (AOP) have written to the Secretary of State for Transport, Heidi Alexander, calling for mandatory vision checks for drivers at first licence application and at every renewal.
The College of Optometrists has collaborated with the RAC on its latest research into the issue of headlight glare. Under-35s, and those in conventional height vehicles, are more likely to say headlights are too bright, though three-in-10 SUV drivers still say most are.