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Optometry Scotland is responsible for representing the views of the Optometry sector in Scotland

03/06/2026

Congratulations to Brenda Rennie on her appointment as President of Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO)!

Brenda has been a longstanding supporter of Optometry Scotland and a valued Honorary Member, making a significant contribution to the profession throughout her career. Her commitment to advancing eye care and supporting collaborative working across the optical sector is widely recognised and respected.

We wish Brenda every success during her term as President and look forward to continuing to work together in support of patients and the profession.

Read more here: https://optometryscotland.org.uk/2026/06/03/abdo-announces-brenda-rennie-appointed-as-new-abdo-president/

20/05/2026

Great to be at the Specsavers Professional Advancement Conference today.

Eilidh and Joanne are here speaking with delegates about the future of community optometry in Scotland, workforce development, enhanced services, and the important role optometrists and dispensing opticians continue to play across NHS eye care.

If you’re attending PAC today, please come over and say hello. We’d love to chat.

11/05/2026

Optometry Scotland has now submitted its response to the Department for Transport consultation on introducing mandatory eyesight testing for older drivers.

Our response supports strengthening verification that drivers meet the existing legal vision standards for driving, through a clinically appropriate, proportionate and accessible approach delivered by regulated eye care professionals.

Thank you to members and sector colleagues who contributed to the development of the response.

Members can read the full submission by logging in here: https://optometryscotland.org.uk/wp-login.php?redirect_to=https%3A%2F%2Foptometryscotland.org.uk%2Fmember-hub%2F

08/05/2026

Manifesto Priority 3: Secure Workforce & Infrastructure

Scotland needs a sustainable community optometry workforce and the infrastructure to support modern NHS eye care services.

Optometry Scotland is calling for investment in workforce planning, training, digital infrastructure and integrated systems to ensure patients can continue to access high-quality care in their local communities.

Read more about our manifesto priorities here: https://optometryscotland.org.uk/publications/

01/05/2026

Community optometry is already delivering high-quality, accessible eye care across Scotland. With the right support, it can do even more.

Optometry Scotland’s manifesto sets out a clear priority: enable community optometry to play a fuller role in delivering NHS care. That means expanding services, making better use of existing clinical skills, and ensuring funding reflects the care being provided.

Patients should be able to access the right care, in the right place, at the right time. By strengthening community-based services, we can improve access, reduce pressure on hospital eye services, and support a more sustainable NHS.

Community Optometry: A Sustainable Solution for Eye Care.

28/04/2026

Today is World Day for Safety and Health at Work.

Safe working environments are essential across healthcare, including community optometry, where teams deliver high-quality care to patients every day.

Recognising and supporting workplace wellbeing helps ensure the best outcomes for both staff and patients.

24/04/2026

We’re kicking off our manifesto series with Priority 1: Protect sight. Prevent blindness. Deliver universal access.

Community optometry is key to ensuring patients can access NHS-funded eye care quickly and locally, while supporting earlier detection and reducing pressure on hospitals.

20/04/2026

We’re marking 20 years of General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) with a new monthly blog series on the 20th!

First up: 20 facts about eyecare in Scotland!

Read now on our website here: https://optometryscotland.org.uk/2026/04/20/os-blog-20-facts-about-eyecare-in-scotland/

18/04/2026

20 weeks to go.

We’re counting down to GOS20, celebrating 20 years of General Ophthalmic Services in Scotland and the impact of community optometry.

More details coming soon.

07/04/2026

Today is World Health Day.

Good eye health is essential to overall health and wellbeing. community optometry plays a vital role in early detection, prevention, and ongoing care.

Encourage your patients to prioritise their eye health and attend regular NHS-funded eye examinations.

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