Dear LOC Colleagues Please note that the National Booking Service in England is now open to healthcare workers. This means that optical teams in England can start to book their vaccination: Book or manage a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
12 September 2022
Dear LOC colleagues The UK optical bodies have finalised a summary document on the GOC’s call for evidence on the Opticians Act and consultation on associated GOC policies. It includes sector specific feedback on the eight sections in the GOC document. Please see attached. – UK optical bodies CfE Summary Document-FINAL
2 July 2022
Background. Some LOCs are receiving enquiries regarding optical practices who have withdrawn or are considering withdrawing from the NHS General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) contract. Enquiries centre on two areas asking whether private-only practices can: i) Remain a member of, or be represented by, the LOC in their areas. ii) Make financial contributions to the LOC …
Continue reading “Non-NHS Primary Care Practices and LOCs guidance”
13 June 2022
National optical representative bodies have welcomed the Fuller Stocktake report on integrating primary care in England…………..see link below for the full story Primary Eye Care Welcomes Fuller Stocktake Report
13 June 2022
We have a PDF poster for you to download and display in your practice if you wish. As a health setting it is recommended by the government to wear masks. Face Masks poster February 2022
3 February 2022
WOPEC and LOCSU are holding another free virtual peer discussion around LOCSU’s clinical pathways on Monday 7th February starting at 6.30pm. It is 90 minutes long and has 3 CET points. This event is provided for Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians represented by LOCs across England. Virtual peer discussion comprising three clinical cases from primary eye care …
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17 January 2022
What is GPMplus? GPMplus is a free mentoring service pilot for NHS Dentists, Optometrists and Pharmacists working within Humber Coast and Vale. The service is provided by trained mentors who all have experience of working in frontline Primary Care as Dentists, Optometrists and Pharmacists. More => GPMplus leaflet – DOP pilot
7 January 2022
Please see attached statement regarding General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) GOS 17 December 21
1 January 2022
Following a meeting with optical bodies, Department of Health and Social Care & NHS England and NHS Improvement have confirmed that GOS will remain a national service when the Health and Care Bill becomes law, with no local variation. Read => https://www.locsu.co.uk/recovery-reform/nhs-confirms-gos-will-remain-a-national-service-when-the-health-and-care-bill-becomes-law
22 December 2021
The college of Optometrists has launched an awareness campaign to help drivers understand the importance of good vision when driving, & to raise awareness of the role their optometrist can play. More here: https://www.college-optometrists.org/news/2021/november/college-launches-new-driving-safety-campaign
13 December 2021
The Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care has published its review of the General Optical Council’s performance in 2023-24.
12 March 2025
This year’s event will take place on Sunday 18 – Monday 19 May 2025 at Hilton Birmingham Metropole.
6 March 2025
