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The General Optical Council (GOC) has published its 2024 public perceptions research, which seeks to understand the public’s views and experiences of using eye care services.
Published at 09:00 on 18/07/2024
Latest updates
GOC notes ABDO as first contact lens qualification to meet new education requirements
The GOC has noted that the Association of British Dispensing Opticians will be the first to deliver a contact lens qualification under the GOC’s new education and training requirements.
Published on 14/08/2024
GOC seeks nine new Committee members
We are seeking to appoint nine new Committee members across our Education, Registration and Standards committees.
Published on 12/08/2024
GOC suspends Batley based dispensing optician from register
The GOC has decided to suspend Sally Hilton, a dispensing optician based in Batley, from its register for twelve months.
Published on 08/08/2024
Statement on recent violence and civil disorder
The GOC are committed to our shared values, including respecting other people and ideas, and will not tolerate racism, prejudice and Islamophobia.
Published on 07/08/2024
