We are the regulator for the optical professions in the UK
We protect the public by setting standards for education, training, performance and conduct amongst opticians in the UK
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New Standards of Practice for Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians, Standards for Optical Students, and Standards for Optical Businesses came into effect from 1 January 2025.
Published at 12:00 on 02/01/2025
Latest updates
Optical regulator announces move to new office space in Canary Wharf
The GOC has announced that it is relocating to new premises at One Canada Square in Canary Wharf, East London in May.
Published on 31/01/2025
GOC approves SPOKE Specialist Qualifications Project 3 output
The GOC has approved the third specialist qualifications output of the Sector Partnership for Optical Knowledge and Education, entitled Enhancing the scope of practice in optical professionals.
Published on 29/01/2025
GOC suspends Bury based optometrist from register
The GOC has decided to suspend Zeeshan Sultan, an optometrist based in Bury, from its register for six months.
Published on 14/01/2025
New GOC Standards launched
New Standards of Practice for Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians, Standards for Optical Students, and Standards for Optical Businesses came into effect from 1 January 2025.
Published on 02/01/2025
