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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The GOC has published a joint statement alongside optical organisations committing to a zero-tolerance approach to bullying, harassment, abuse, and discrimination across all working environments.
Published at 12:00 on 25/10/2023
Latest updates
GOC suspends Littlehampton based optometrist from register
Rishi Patel, an optometrist based in Littlehampton, has been suspended from the GOC register for three months.
Published on 29/11/2023
GOC erases Harpenden based optometrist from register
The General Optical Council (GOC), the UK regulator for optometrists and dispensing opticians, has decided to erase Donald Lydon, an optometrist based in Harpenden, from its register.
Published on 27/11/2023
GOC achieves Customer Excellence Standard
The GOC is pleased to have achieved the Customer Excellence Standard (CSE), an independent quality mark recognising customer focus in organisations
Published on 16/11/2023
GOC suspends Bradford based dispensing optician from register
The GOC has decided to suspend Joshua Smith, a dispensing optician based in Bradford, from its register for six months.
Published on 15/11/2023
