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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 …

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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 …

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20 February 2026

Hampshire LOC Survey: Optometry Hypertension Case Finding Service

Hampshire LOC Survey: Optometry Hypertension Case Finding Service The Hampshire ICB have been in touch with the LOC regarding funding a possible Optometry Hypertension Case Finding Service. The service would be funded by the ICB and provided by Hampshire optometric practices by suitably trained members of staff. This initiative aims to opportunistically screen and identify …

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6 February 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC 06 February 2026

Update on ACES Southampton Community Cataract Referral Availability Hampshire LOC has been informed of an administrative oversight affecting the availability of ACES Southampton as an NHS cataract provider in our area. In early November 2025, it came to light that ACES Southampton had not been included on the ICB’s approved provider list for NHS cataract patients. This …

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6 February 2026

National Sexual Safety Charter: Guidance Pending Further Discussions

National Sexual Safety Charter: Guidance Pending Further Discussions The LOC has become aware that ICB and NHSE Regional Teams may have been corresponding with practices seeking confirmation of sign-up to the nationally mandated Sexual Safety Charter. LOCSU have advised the LOC to inform practices that there no requirement to complete the return/paperwork and are advised to await the outcome of national discussions. …

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5 February 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC 23 January 2026

OpenSight Community Connections Pilot in Basingstoke OpenSight launched a new 16 week Community Connections pilot in Basingstoke on the 7th January, which was made possible by funding from Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council. The pilot accepts self-referrals and professional referrals for low vision patients of all ages and provides the following services: Weekly bookable appointments …

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5 February 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC 16 January 2026

REMINDER: Hampshire LOC Online CPD Event & EGM Thursday 29th January 2026 | 7:00-9:00pm Hampshire LOC invites all members to attend an online CPD event to be held alongside an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). The EGM will include a brief discussion on the proposed adoption of a new constitution, with members invited to vote on its approval. …

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19 January 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC 09 January 2026

Hampshire LOC Request for Feedback The LOC have been asked by the Hampshire ICB to provide feedback on why there has been limited uptake by contractors of the pilot scheme for using passkeys for the NHS eRS (e-referral service). The ICB wants to “roll-out” this referral service across the whole of Hampshire this year, but …

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12 January 2026

Latest News from Hampshire LOC 19 December 2025

Hampshire and Isle of Wight: CUES Extension December 2025 Primary Eyecare Services are pleased to confirm that the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) contract in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has been renewed for a further 12 months. Earlier this year, the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB) had indicated that …

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5 January 2026

Latest Newsletter from Hampshire LOC – 12 December 2025

REMINDER Online CPD Event & Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) Thursday 29th January 2026 | 7:00-9:00pm Hampshire LOC invites all members to attend an online CPD event to be held alongside an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) The EGM will include a brief discussion on the proposed adoption of a new constitution, with members invited to vote on its approval. Please …

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16 December 2025

LOCSU Latest News

2026 ROCs Begin in the North of England

The long-awaited 2026 Regional Optical Conferences (ROCs) kicked off in the north of England this week.

6 November 2026

Registration Opens for First LOC Secretary Day

LOCSU are pleased to confirm that registration is now open for our first event dedicated to LOC Secretaries.  

2 November 2026

OFNC to Offer Update at ROC 2026

LOCSU have revised the agenda for the upcoming Regional Optical Conferences (ROCs) to include a brief update from OFNC.

28 October 2026

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

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