Latest News from Hampshire LOC 13 March 2026
13 March 2026
Reminder: Primary Eyecare Services – Feedback Survey
Thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to complete the Primary Eyecare Services feedback survey. Your early responses are greatly appreciated and are already helping to inform ongoing work.
If you haven’t yet had the opportunity to submit your feedback, we would be very grateful if you could spare a few minutes to complete the survey. Your insights are invaluable in shaping future service delivery.
You can access the survey here
And here, you can access the updated A Guide for Practices.
Thank you once again for your continued support.
New Provider in Hampshire: AlphaSiGHT Southampton
We are pleased to share that AlphaSiGHT Southampton has been commissioned by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB as a new Independent Sector Provider for glaucoma services. They are now accepting new routine referrals, with appointment availability currently around 2–4 weeks.
AlphaSiGHT will also be offering free CPD events for Optometrists.
Surrey LOC & SEON Vision – CPD Event
Surrey LOC and SEON Vision are hosting a comprehensive CPD evening on Monday 13 April 2026 at Ripley Village Hall, Woking. The event includes a series of consultant‑led lectures followed by an interactive case‑based discussion workshop.
Event schedule:
- Doors open: 5.30pm
- Registration & dinner: 6.00–7.00pm
- Lectures & workshop: 7.00–9.00pm
- Close: 9.30pm
Topics Inlude:
- The impact of corneal and ocular surface health on cataract surgery
- Eyelid lumps and bumps: identification and management
- Updates in modern glaucoma management
- Medical retina and uveitis
The evening will be delivered by a multidisciplinary consultant team and offers 2 interactive CPD points for Optometrists, CLOs and Dispensing Opticians.
Registration is via Eventbrite here
For more information please view the enclosed flyer
Direct Referral Options for Glaucoma and YAG – SpaMedica
SpaMedica has shared updated information on direct referral pathways for glaucoma services and YAG laser capsulotomy. Practices can refer patients without using the Single Point of Access, helping to streamline the process and reduce administrative workload enabling “timely access to specialist‑led care without unnecessary delays”.
Patients can be referred directly to SpaMedica sites across Southampton, Portsmouth, and the Isle of Wight for glaucoma assessments and rapid YAG treatment.
Further information about their services click here.
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Latest News From Hampshire LOC – 23 October 2026
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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, …
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Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 25 September 2026
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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 …
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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 …
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