Welcome to NORTH YORKSHIRE Local Optical Committee
SAVE THE DATE CPD Event Day
Tues 13th Oct 2026
LNER Community Stadium York
Upcoming Committee Meeting Date: Thursday 4th June Time: 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM Location: Zoom Virtual Meeting Observers are warmly welcomed. To attend or raise an agenda item, please email: northyorkshireloc@gmail.com
27 April 2026
Workforce Funding 2026/27 Skills & Knowledge Development | April 2026 – March 2027 North Yorkshire LOC continues to support the development of the Community Optometry workforce throughout 2026/7. We have allocated a funding pot of £30,000 for this financial year and have refined the criteria accordingly. Eligibility & Criteria: Work at least 70% of your …
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27 April 2026
Guidance: Eye Care for Afghan Refugees NHS England Published Process This is a reminder regarding the NHS England guidance on providing eye care to Afghan refugees, specifically the process for providing GOS sight tests to refugees who have not yet received their health cost paperwork (HC2 certificates). Eligibility & GOS Claims: Asylum seekers and refugees …
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27 April 2026
With a degree in Sports Journalism, Ashley Stone, one of LOCSU’s newest team members, has stepped up to the plate.
13 May 2026
The Optical Fees Negotiation Committee (OFNC) is in discussion with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) regarding General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) fees and grants for 2026/27 and is seeking urgent engagement with GOS contractors to inform these.
8 May 2026
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