12 Feb 2026 GOC suspends Manchester based optometrist from register The GOC has decided to suspend Francisca Gracia Ruiz, an optometrist based in Manchester, from its register for twelve months. News
11 Feb 2026 GOC signs joint statement on use of AI in health and care professional education The General Optical Council has signed a joint statement on principles relating to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and training, together with five other health and care regulators. News
11 Feb 2026 GOC suspends Brighouse based dispensing optician from register The GOC has decided to suspend Paul Brinnen, a dispensing optician based in Brighouse, from its register. News