Cataract Cinapsis Pathway
Please see the attached document detailing the recent amendment to the Cataract Cinapsis Pathway and associated guidance. Cataract Cinapsis Pathway Information
21 February 2026
Welcome to Coventry & Warwickshire LOC website – bringing the profession together to reduce avoidable sight loss.
Coventry and Warwickshire Local Optical Committee is the official statutory body representing Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians within the area. The LOC works closely with the local Integrated Care Board (ICB) to develop community eye care services that improve accessibility for patients, support the NHS, and promote the skill set of eyecare professionals within Coventry and Warwickshire.
We represent the Optometric community and work with all healthcare commissioners & providers across Coventry & Warwickshire, championing the key roles that Optometrists, Contact Lens Opticians, and Dispensing Opticians play in protecting the nation’s eye health.
This website has been developed to be a source of up to date advice for local eye care professionals, and to allow easy access to useful documents, information, and guidelines. We will also share upcoming news and events regularly that is specifically related to optics in Coventry and Warwickshire.
Our next LOC meeting is on Thursday 12th March 2026.
Coventry & Warwickshire LOC Latest News
Changes to Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) and Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Coventry and Rugby and South Warwickshire
Comment from LOC As of 1st November, 2025 the Cov/Warks ICB has decommissioned the Optometry CUES/MECS schemes. Below, we have copied the signposting referral pathways that the ICB dictates (with little consultation with the LOC) for a patient that presents to you that you have not examined. The LOC strongly advises its members to reflect …
15 October 2025
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Entries Open for Annual HSJ Awards
Entries are now open for the latest annual HSJ Awards, with LOCs given the opportunity to share their most impactful projects.
8 April 2026
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