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Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 11 July 2025

11 July 2025

Sapphire Eyecare Summer CPD Event – 21 July 2025

EXCLUSIVE EVENT

Arrival from 6:30pm

The evening is visionary, educational, relaxed and fun so please do join us in the stunning grounds of Winchester Cathedral for a Summer BBQ.

Sapphire is delighted to invite you to for An Evening with the Experts; Ophthalmology Insights for your Practice in the stunning Pavilion at Winchester Cathedral in Winchester.

To reserve your place email: events@sapphire-eyecare.co.uk with your name and GOC number

Further Information – here

SpaMedica Portsmouth Community Open Day, 24th July

Thursday 24th July
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Drop-In Event – Everyone Welcome

SpaMedica invites you to a special Open Day showcasing their commitment to transforming NHS-funded eye care—including cataract surgery, YAG laser treatment and glaucoma services—provided at no cost to patients

Special Guest Appearance

Antiques expert Kate Bliss (from Antiques Roadshow and Bargain Hunt) will be offering free item valuations at our Valuation Station. Bring along your treasures for a professional assessment

👁️‍🗨️ What’s On Offer

  • Guided tours of our state-of-the-art facilities
  • Insights into our patient journey from referral to recovery
  • Informal chats with our expert clinical team
  • Complimentary refreshments, prizes & giveaways

No need to book—just drop in. However, expressing your interest in advance helps us tailor the experience for all

Further Information – here

Podcast: Seeing things clearly – understanding opticians and their services

June 2025 – Listen to a podcast featuring Bryony Allen, Chair of Hampshire LOC & Dr Laura Edwards, Joint CEO at Wessex LMC discussing all things relating to opticians

  • How are they trained?
  • Who can receive NHS services?
  • Why can’t patients refer directly?
  • How are things in the world of optometry?

All this and much more!

Listen to the podcast – here

 

Hampshire LOC Latest News

Hampshire LOC Email Errors Now Resolved- 09 October 2026

Hampshire LOC Email Service Restored We are pleased to confirm that the Hampshire LOC email system is now fully operational following recent domain-related issues. If you previously attempted to contact us and did not receive a response, we kindly ask that you resend your email. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience …

9 October 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 09 October 2026

REMINDER: Hampshire LOC Strategy Planning Day – We Need Your Feedback! Hampshire LOC Committee will be holding a dedicated Strategy Planning Day on 12 October 2026, bringing together the whole committee to review our progress and set our priorities and objectives for the year ahead. To help ensure our plans reflect the needs of the profession, …

9 October 2026

Hampshire LOC Email Errors – 08 October 2026

Server Errors Hampshire LOC are experiencing technical issues receiving emails from outside our organisation. Please bear with us while we work on the solution. You can still contact us using our social media pages Facebook and LinkedIn Many thanks, Hampshire LOC

8 October 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 02 October 2026

Hampshire LOC Strategy Planning Day – We Need Your Feedback! Hampshire LOC Committee will be holding a dedicated Strategy Planning Day on 12 October 2026, bringing together the whole committee to review our progress and set our priorities and objectives for the year ahead. To help ensure our plans reflect the needs of the profession, we …

2 October 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 25 September 2026

Upcoming CPD Opportunity: The Biology of Breathing Hampshire LOC is pleased to share an upcoming online CPD event exploring the fascinating relationship between breathing and health. The Biology of Breathing will provide insights into the science of breathing and its wider impact on wellbeing and clinical practice. Online via Microsoft Teams – 29th September 2026 …

25 September 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 18 September 2026

REMINDER: Hampshire CUES Decommissioning Update Webinar & Q&A Join Hampshire LOC, Primary Eyecare Services (PES) and LOCSU for a virtual meeting on 23 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, to hear the latest update on the decommissioning of the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Hampshire. The session will provide an opportunity for contractors and performers to …

18 September 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 11 September 2026

REMINDER: Hampshire CUES Decommissioning Update Webinar & Q&A Join Hampshire LOC, Primary Eyecare Services (PES) and LOCSU for a virtual meeting on 23 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, to hear the latest update on the decommissioning of the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Hampshire. The session will provide an opportunity for contractors and performers to understand …

11 September 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 04 September 2026

REMINDER: Hampshire CUES Decommissioning Update Webinar & Q&A  Join Hampshire LOC, Primary Eyecare Services (PES) and LOCSU for a virtual meeting on 23 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, to hear the latest update on the decommissioning of the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Hampshire. The session will provide an opportunity for contractors and performers to understand …

4 September 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 28 August 2026

REMINDER: Hampshire CUES Decommissioning Update Webinar & Q&A Join Hampshire LOC, Primary Eyecare Services (PES) and LOCSU for a virtual meeting on 23 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, to hear the latest update on the decommissioning of the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Hampshire. The session will provide an opportunity for contractors and performers to understand …

28 August 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 21 August 2026

Hampshire CUES Decommissioning Update Webinar & Q&A Join Hampshire LOC, Primary Eyecare Services (PES) and LOCSU for a virtual meeting on 23 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, to hear the latest update on the decommissioning of the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Hampshire. The session will provide an opportunity for contractors and performers to understand the …

21 August 2026

LOCSU Latest news

88% of LOCs Registered for ROCs – Sign Up Before Monday

There is just a few days remaining for LOCs to register places at the Regional Optical Conferences (ROCs) taking place this November.

9 October 2026