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Welcome to Hampshire LOC

This website is for Optical Professionals in Hampshire and Isle of Wight.

Hampshire Local Optical Committee (LOC) exists to represent and assist local performers and contractors providing NHS General Ophthalmic Services in Hampshire and Isle of Wight. The remit of the LOC is set out in our constitution.

The LOC works closely with Hampshire and Isle of Wight’s ICB (Integrated Care Board) and hospital Trusts.

The work of the LOC is funded by the collection of a statutory levy, based on a percentage of NHS sight test fee income. The amount deducted, calculated after drawing up the budget, is agreed by a resolution at the AGM. Accounts and a report of the LOCs work are produced annually for the AGM.

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For public clinical queries, please contact your optometrist. For information about looking after your eyes please visit the College of Optometrists public information website – lookafteryoureyes.org

Next Meeting – 1930, Tuesday 10th March 2026

If you’d like to attend as a guest, or view previous minutes please contact us – here

Hampshire LOC Latest News

Latest News from Hampshire LOC 03 March 2026

Smoking Cessation Local Incentive Scheme for Optometry Practices: Expression of interest extended to 12 March 2026 & Webinar Invite (For Practices in the Hampshire County Council Region Only) Hampshire County Council Public Health and the Hampshire & Isle of Wight ICB are inviting optometry practices within Hampshire County Council areas to express their interest in a proposed …

5 March 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC 27 February 2026

Expression of Interest: Smoking Cessation Local Incentive Scheme for Optometry Practices (For Practices in the Hampshire County Council Region Only) Survey closes 2 March 2026 Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB are seeking expressions of interest from optical practices for a proposed Local Incentive Scheme designed to embed smoking‑cessation conversations and referrals within routine eye‑care …

27 February 2026

Latest news from Hampshire LOC 20 February 2026

HIOW ICB: Latest eRS Communication Please see below communication from NHS England and the HIOW ICB regarding eRS. You should have received this communication directly from NHS England with an attached spreadsheet for completion. If you have not received the original email or have any queries, please email england.eyecare-transformation@nhs.net as the National Eyecare Transformation Team will be …

20 February 2026

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LOCSU Latest News

Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World – Glaucoma Awareness Week 2026

Monday 9th March marks the start of World Glaucoma Week, as we come together to fight for a glaucoma-free future.

9 March 2026

LOCSU Bulletin – 04 March 2026, Issue 83

LOCSU have shared the latest edition of the bulletin, packed with useful information for LOCs, new resources and important signposting.

5 March 2026

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Next Meeting – 1930, Tuesday 10th March 2026

If you’d like to attend as a guest, or view previous minutes please contact us – here

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