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10 March 2026
Is hay fever causing itchy eyes? Advice from The College of Optometrists
Public health
10 February 2026
Too bright to ignore: Dazzling headlights problem worse this winter than last
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6 January 2026
College urges public to book their next regular eye test as part of New Year health resolutions
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10 December 2025
Seven in ten UK adults support compulsory eye tests for drivers to improve road safety
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21 November 2025
Drivers urged to book eye tests as glaucoma and diabetic eye disease set to rise by 2030
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5 November 2025
College welcomes government-commissioned TRL report into headlight glare
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28 October 2025
Eight-in-10 drivers concerned about dazzling headlights as darker evenings arrive
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24 September 2025
College partners with Eye Health UK to gift children's books to school-based nurseries
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12 August 2025
Mandatory sight tests for drivers over 70 considered as part of new Government road safety overhaul
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1 August 2025
The College and Association of Optometrists call for mandatory sight tests for drivers
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25 June 2025
Over half of parents don't fully protect children's eyes in the sun
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16 May 2025
The College and the AOP call on Transport Secretary to review vision laws for drivers
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29 April 2025
New research shows parents confusion around their child’s eye health
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2 April 2025
College urges members to raise awareness of child eye tests across the UK
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17 February 2025
Quarter of drivers affected by bright headlights drive less at night as a result
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