Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 15 May 2026

15 May 2026

Hampshire LOC AGM & Education Evening – Book Now for a Big Night of CPD!

We’re gearing up for one of the most important and enjoyable dates in the Hampshire LOC calendar — the 2026 AGM & Education Evening — and this year’s programme is packed with value for every practitioner. Whether you’re an Optometrist, DO, CLO, or an Independent Prescriber, there are CPD points available for you, including IP‑specific learning.

This is your chance to reconnect with colleagues, enjoy a relaxed buffet, hear the latest LOC updates, and take part in a high‑quality, interactive CPD session delivered by Scope.

Event Details

• Date:  Wednesday 10 June 2026
• Time:  From 6:30pm (buffet & networking)
• Venue:  Solent Hotel & Spa, Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, PO15 7AJ

CPD Highlights

This year’s education session is “Is That a Dry Eye I Spy?”, an engaging, case‑based discussion workshop led by:

Alexander Thornton BSc (Hons) MCOptom DipTp(IP) Prof Cert Med Ret Prof Cert Glauc

You’ll work through real‑world ocular surface disease scenarios using an interactive quiz format — ideal for:

• Optometrists
• Dispensing   Opticians
• Contact   Lens Opticians
• Independent   Prescribers (with IP‑relevant points available)

CPD available:

• 3   interactive points for the workshop
• +1   additional point via the Friday Night Specials visual‑recognition   quiz (QR‑code access on the night)

AGM

The AGM will take place between the buffet and the workshop. This is your opportunity to:

• Hear   updates on local pathways and commissioning
• Review   the LOC’s work over the past year
• Ask   questions and contribute to future priorities
• Meet   the committee and learn about opportunities to get involved

Book Your Place

Hampshire LOC AGM & Education Evening  – Fill in form

Spaces fill quickly each year, and CPD‑accredited workshops are always in high demand. Please secure your place early to avoid missing out.

Connect With Us on LinkedIn – Join the Hampshire LOC Professional Community

Hampshire LOC is growing its presence on LinkedIn, and we’re inviting all local optical professionals to join us in building a stronger, more connected community across Hampshire & the Isle of Wight.

Our LinkedIn page is designed as a professional space for professional people — a place where contractors, performers, DOs, CLOs, IP‑qualified colleagues, and sector partners can stay informed, share insights, and engage with the wider optical network.

Why Follow Hampshire LOC on LinkedIn?

Our aim is to create a vibrant, supportive, and informative online community. By joining us, you’ll gain:

• Timely updates on local pathways, commissioning changes, and NHS communications
• CPD opportunities, event reminders, and booking links
• Professional news relevant to community optometry
• Highlights from LOC projects, meetings, and sector developments
• A space to connect with peers across the region

LinkedIn is the ideal platform for this — professional, focused, and built for meaningful engagement.

Help Us Grow the Network

The more colleagues who follow the page, the stronger and more useful the community becomes.
If you’re on LinkedIn, we’d love you to:

• Follow the Hampshire LOC page
• Like and share posts that matter to you
• Tag colleagues who may benefit
• Join the conversation and help shape the local professional voice

Join Us on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8442630/

REMINDER: Upcoming CPD Workshop – Patient Safety & Delayed Referrals Repeat Session – Tues 19 May 2026

Primary Eyecare Services is offering a repeat of this month’s interactive CPD workshop for anyone who was unable to attend the session on 5 May. This discussion‑based event focuses on patient safety within enhanced eye care services, with a particular emphasis on the impact of delayed referrals.

Timely and effective communication remains a critical element of clinical practice. Using three real‑world case studies, the workshop explores both the systemic challenges and individual factors that can contribute to referral delays and potential patient‑safety risks. Attendees will have the opportunity to reflect on current referral pathways, share peer‑to‑peer learning, and develop practical strategies that align with GOC Standards of Practice.

Event Details

Tuesday 19 May 2026  7:00pm – 8:15pm  Online via Zoom  3 Interactive CPD Points (Optometrists & Dispensing Opticians)

Why Attend

• Examine the root causes of delayed referrals in a supportive environment
• Take part in facilitated breakout discussions and share best‑practice insights
• Gain interactive CPD points early in the cycle through a high‑value session

Before You Join

To ensure smooth participation and eligibility for interactive points, please:

• Register using one device only
• Join from a laptop or computer for stable breakout‑room access
• Test your camera and microphone beforehand (both are required for CPD accreditation)

Registration

Places are limited to maintain a high level of interaction.
Click here to secure your place.

Primary Eyecare Services will also be running new discussion workshops in June and July, so please keep an eye out for further dates.

REMINDER: Consultant-Led CPD Evening at SpaMedica Portsmouth – 18 May 2026

Members are invited to a Consultant Ophthalmologist–led CPD event at SpaMedica Portsmouth Hospital on Monday 18 May 2026, starting at 6:00pm.

Mr Dario Inzerillo will deliver a 3‑point CPD session covering:

• An Introduction to Premium Lenses and Patient Selection
• Basics of OCT Interpretation

Alongside the lecture, there will be opportunities to ask questions and discuss direct referrals for YAG and glaucoma. The SpaMedica team will also be offering hospital tours and refreshments throughout the evening.

This event provides a valuable chance to learn directly from a Consultant Ophthalmologist, explore the hospital environment, and strengthen referral pathways.

To register, please use the Eventbrite link below:

SpaMedica Portsmouth CPD Evening Tickets, Monday, May 18  •  6 PM – 8:30 PM | Eventbrite