This report sets out how we have ensured our compliance with the Welsh Language Standards from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. This has included considering Welsh language impacts at an earlier stage in decision-making and continuing to improve access to services for Welsh speakers.
The Code of Conduct provides guidance to assist members in undertaking their duties and outlines corporate and individual responsibilities of the Council and our statutory duty to promote, protect and maintain the health and safety of the public.
The GOC has appointed Janice McCrudden as its first Head of Optometric Advice to ensure its work is informed by high‑quality, independent clinical insight and professional expertise across its core functions.
The GOC has signed up to the Workforce Race Equity in Health and Social Care: Shared Principles for Regulators to help tackle longstanding racism experienced by health and social care staff.
