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We protect the public by setting standards for education, training, performance and conduct amongst opticians in the UK
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Latest updates
News from Council - 19 March 2025
Updates from the General Optical Council's first meeting of 2025.
Published on 20/03/2025
GOC erases Portland based optometrist from register
The GOC has decided to erase Helen Lampka, an optometrist based in Portland, from its register.
Published on 18/03/2025
GOC suspends Barnet based dispensing optician from register
The General Optical Council has decided to suspend Gurmit Bansal, a dispensing optician based in Barnet, from its register for twelve months.
Published on 12/03/2025
Applications open to become an Advisory Panel member
We are seeking seven new members to join our Advisory Panel. Vacancies are available on our Companies Committee, Education Committee and Registration Committee.
Published on 10/03/2025
