Low vision

A message from Leon Davies, College Immediate Past President.

A glance at what’s happening in the world of technology.

We speak to Cathy Low, Director of Partnerships at the Thomas Pocklington Trust, to find out how her incredible career has been influenced by her own vision impairment.

A selection of the most significant sight loss demographics across the UK

The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has launched a new framework to support low vision clinics.

Clinical files: Do I have to refer an asymptomatic patient with a small pigment epithelial detachment (PED)?

Adrian O’Dowd examines why optometrists need to act on behalf of patients who report temporary sight loss in one eye caused by amaurosis fugax, a potentially serious and sometimes overlooked condition.

The College have written again to the Permanent Secretary of the Department of Health NI, Mr Peter May following a response to our original letter.

The College of Optometrists President Professor Leon Davies FCOptom and Professor Kathryn Saunders FCOptom, Trustee and Council Representative for Northern Ireland, have written to the Permanent Secretary of the Department of Health NI.

This year's National Eye Health Week will take place from 18 to 24 September 2023, promoting the importance of good eye health and the need for regular sight tests for all.