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Invitation: Hampshire LOC Online CPD Event & Extraordinary General Meeting

Register your attendance to Hampshire LOC’s Online CPD Event & Extraordinary General Meeting | Thurs 29 January 2026, 7:30 pm Hampshire LOC warmly invites all members to join us for an important online event combining professional development with governance discussion. Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) The EGM will include a brief discussion on the proposed adoption …

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8 December 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 05 December 2025

Sapphire Eye Care – Light Sabres as Sight Savers Webinar – Glaucoma and Laser Treatments Sapphire Eye Care invites you to attend an interactive Zoom webinar exploring the role of laser treatments in glaucoma care. This session will cover: Practical considerations of laser procedures Communicating effectively with patients and managing expectations Identifying red flags and referral …

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8 December 2025

Hampshire LOC Survey – Independent Prescribing Optometry in Hampshire

Hampshire Independent Prescribing Optometry Survey  Hampshire LOC has been approached by Southampton General Hospital Eye Department to help update information on Independent Prescribing (IP) optometrists across the region. They are keen to understand: How many qualified IP optometrists are currently practising in Hampshire Experiences of those undertaking the IP course, particularly around hospital placements Views …

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1 December 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 28 November 2025

Optometry Teaching Masterclass | Fri 26th Jan 2026 Before Vision Fades: Knowing When Eye Care Can’t Wait Topic Focus: AMD Through the OCT Lens 📍 Hosted by Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Join them for a focused masterclass exploring the urgency of timely eye care and the role of OCT in diagnosing and managing age-related …

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28 November 2025

Hampshire LOC – Save the Date!

Save the Date – Hampshire LOC EGM & CPD Event Hampshire LOC will be holding an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) and online CPD session on: Thursday 29 January 2026 | 7:00–9:00pm The EGM will include a short discussion on the proposed adoption of a new constitution, with members invited to vote. Following this, in partnership …

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24 November 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 21 November 2025

OFNC Update on Delays: 2025/36 Fees, Pre-rep and CPD Grants The following statement was released by OFNC: Primary eye care providers have been in touch to ask for updates on fees and when they can claim CPD grants. Since the last update on 20 March, OFNC has been in discussions with NHS England about the …

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24 November 2025

Latest News From Hampshire LOC – 14 November 2025

PCSE Online Update: User Role Management Changes Coming This December From 11 December 2025, Primary Care Support England (PCSE) will be changing how user roles are managed within PCSE Online. This update will affect all primary care organisations using the platform. What’s Changing? PCSE will no longer manage individual user roles beyond assigning the User Administrator role. From this …

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17 November 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 07 November 2025

Practice Plus Group – Online CPD Lecture: Review of Common Macular Diseases  Free educational session for optometrists Join them online on Tuesday 18 November, from 18:30 to 19:45 GMT, for a free CPD-accredited lecture led by Consultant Ophthalmologist Mr. Kalman Hodosi. This session offers a practical review of the most common macular diseases encountered in everyday clinical practice, …

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7 November 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 31st October 2025

SpaMedica Portsmouth CPD Evening – Funny Looking Eyelids  SpaMedica Portsmouth invites local practitioners to an engaging CPD evening session exploring eyelid conditions, their causes, and management in practice. Event details: Date & Time: See Eventbrite for full details Location: SpaMedica Portsmouth Hospital Speaker: Charlotte Jones, Hospital Optometrist CPD Points: 3 (GOC‑accredited) Extras: Light refreshments provided …

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4 November 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 24 October 2025

Making every Conversation Count (MECC) – Training for Optometry Teams Working in optometry, you have daily, trusted interactions with patients. Every conversation is an opportunity—not just to support their vision, but to encourage healthier lives overall.   That’s where Make Every Conversation Count (MECC) comes in. This short, practical training gives you simple communication tools to help …

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28 October 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

Find out about upcoming events

Find out about upcoming events