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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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The GOC has today launched a consultation on its draft strategy for 2025-30.
Published at 12:00 on 17/04/2024
Latest updates
GOC erases Bristol based optometrist from register
The GOC has decided to erase Matthew Bickerstaffe, an optometrist based in Bristol, from its register.
Published on 22/07/2024
New research reveals inequalities in access and experience of eye care
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 on 18/07/2024
GOC suspends two Birmingham based student optometrists from register
The GOC has decided to suspend Hadiqa Ali and Azhar Mahmood, two student optometrists based in Birmingham, from its register for three months and six months respectively.
Published on 08/07/2024
GOC suspends Newport based dispensing optician from register
The GOC has decided to suspend Gareth Harris, a dispensing optician based in Newport, Wales, from its register for six months.
Published on 05/07/2024
