Please view the correspondence for the attention of colleagues regarding masks below, this has been shared by the College of Optometrists so most should be aware. Mask Wearing – 5th July 2022
10 July 2022
LOCSU have a page for those who wish to get involved and participate in current, follow the link : research – LOCSU
21 June 2022
Love Your Lenses week is the 13th -19th June and ran by the BCLA, click the image below for the website with lots of helpful information and resources to use to raise awareness of the benefits of contact lenses and the importance of safe wear.
14 June 2022
For details of this years NOC, that will be face-to-face and held in Leeds on 10th – 12th October click here
14 June 2022
The UKHSA has updated its infection prevention and control measures for seasonal respiratory infection in health and care settings (including SARS-CoV-2) in England, the college has provided advice in addition to previously released green phase guidance. Click here to read the article.
1 June 2022
The General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) fees and claims process can be complex, so if you’re a performer or provider of GOS services in England, follow their advice on how to make accurate claims and avoiding reclaims by following this link: Making accurate claims in England
16 May 2022
The College of Optometrists has issued advice to now follow the updated guidance or professional practice as we return to the green phase and the amber phase of COVID19 guidance is stepped down. For details see the College website : COVID-19: Return to Green phase – College of Optometrists (college-optometrists.org)
10 May 2022
LOCSU is delighted to announce the reduction of the LOCSU levy from 0.5% to 0.4%.
31 March 2025
Each year the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) independently sets optical voucher values, dental charges and prescription charges for the coming year.
27 March 2025
