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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
2024 health and social care regulators report on whistleblowing disclosures published
The GOC has joined nine other health and social care regulators to publish an annual report on whistleblowing disclosures.
Published on 30/09/2024
News from Council - 24 and 25 September 2024
The General Optical Council (GOC) held its third Council meeting of the year on 24 and 25 September 2024.
Published on 27/09/2024
GOC erases Falkirk based dispensing optician from register
The General Optical Council (GOC), the UK regulator for optometrists and dispensing opticians, has decided to erase David McIntosh, a dispensing optician based in Falkirk, from its register.
Published on 18/09/2024
GOC research reveals ongoing workplace challenges impacting patient care
We have published results from our Registrant Workforce and Perceptions Survey 2024, which found that optical professionals are continuing to face challenging working conditions.
Published on 12/09/2024
