ABDO

12/06/2026

Today is the deadline.

Nominations for the ABDO Board close at 5pm today (Friday 12 June).

If you’re thinking about it, act now.

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11/06/2026

The Optometric Fees Negotiating Committee (OFNC) is asking all contractors in England to respond to a confidential new survey to assess unfunded GOS workload – by the closing date of 22 June 2026.

The Optometric Fees Negotiating Committee (OFNC) is asking all contractors in England to respond to a confidential new survey to assess unfunded GOS workload – by the closing date of 22 June 2026. The aim of the survey, said the organisation, was to “systematically gather evidence about unfunded...

11/06/2026

Haine & Smith Opticians has a vacancy for a dispensing optician in Wiltshire

“At Haine & Smith, we’re more than just an optical practice – we’re a people-first business that values professionalism, care and exceptional service.”

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11/06/2026

1 day to go.

Nominations close tomorrow at 5pm.

Last chance to put yourself forward for the ABDO Board.

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10/06/2026

Immediate past president Kevin Gustell visited Wood Street Optical in Earl Shilton as part of the centenary tour. Kevin met ABDO member Desislava (Desi) Pirkova practice director and recently retired DO Richard Heap.

Richard qualified in 1980 and Desi in 2019. Both Richard and Desi see technology changes (lenses and measuring devices) and myopia management as major changes in their careers.

Desi explained “that helping people and making them understand about spectacles allows better solutions for each patient.”

Their mission statement states this 'Our mission is to deliver a service tailored to your individual needs, ensuring your eye health, sight and hearing doesn’t limit your lifestyle'.

10/06/2026

2 days left.

If you’ve been meaning to submit your ABDO Board nomination, now is the time.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of shaping what comes next.

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10/06/2026

ABDO attends Heart of West Midlands Optical Confederation & Primary Eyecare Services 'Enhanced Eyecare Services CPD Conference'.

ABDO was delighted to attend the recent CPD conference delivered by Primary Eyecare Services and funded by Birmingham, Solihull & Black Country LOCs.

The event was an excellent opportunity for local practitioners from across the region to come together for CPD, shared learning and discussion on the continued development of primary eye care services. ABDO was represented by Ed Fox head of membership services and Max Halford clinical and policy director.

The day highlighted the vital role optical practices play in delivering more care closer to home, and the importance of continued collaboration across the sector. There was a clear emphasis on the contribution made by dispensing opticians and contact lens opticians in supporting enhanced services for patients, including the developing role of extended services CLOs. It was also a valuable opportunity for Max and Ed to meet ABDO members and optometrists from across the area, and to discuss the importance of multidisciplinary working in delivering the best possible clinical care for patients.

ABDO also welcomed the opportunity to meet Shockat Adam MP, Member of Parliament for Leicester South, who is an optometrist by profession and a strong advocate for dispensing opticians and optometrists delivering more care on the high street.

ABDO would like to thank Birmingham, Solihull & Black Country LOCs and Primary Eyecare Services for organising such a valuable and well-received event.

10/06/2026

Anderton Opticians has a vacancy for a dispensing optician in Mossley

“We are looking for a dispensing optician to join our lovely, friendly independent practice in Mossley.”

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09/06/2026

The British Contact Lens Association (BCLA) has overhauled its membership structure in a bid to make the organisation more accessible and relevant to practitioners.

09/06/2026

Published in this month’s Dispensing Optics you will find our first centenary celebrations case study: Specialist contact lenses: a powerful therapy by Victoria Bains

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