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Surrey LOC

Surrey LOC is the statutory body set up by the NHS to support all optical professionals delivering NHS services under the GOS contract in Surrey.

The LOC represents local optometrists, dispensing opticians and contractors who deliver NHS services and liaises with local ICBs, commissioners, hospital Trusts and other stakeholders, with the aim to enhance eye care provision locally through shared care schemes and local enhanced and GOS services.

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Surrey LOC Latest News

Reminder to Complete GOS Annual Complaints Survey

It has been brought to the attention of the LOC that there are a small number of practices who have yet to complete their GOS Annual Complaints Survey for the period of 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026.  As part of the General Ophthalmic Services Regulations 2008, all contractors must submit an annual return …

13 July 2026

CPD Webinar Event Monday 27th July 2026 7.00pm to 8.00pm

Optometrist Mital Patel would like to invite you to his latest webinar event on Monday 27th July 2026 from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Mital presents: “Biology of breathing: Enhance wellbeing and performance” C116608 1 CPD point for optometrists and Dispensing Opticians To confirm your place please email: mital.patel@specsavers.com

6 July 2026

Healthwatch Surrey “Making Every Voice Count” Annual Report

Healthwatch Surrey have released their Annual Report “Making Every Voice Count”. Healthwatch Surrey are passionate about listening and responding to people’s experiences to help create health and social care services that meet the needs of the people of Surrey. Making every voice count – Healthwatch Surrey Annual report 2025-26 Healthwatch Surrey have also released a …

6 July 2026

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LOCSU Bulletin – 10 July 2026, Issue 92

LOCSU have shared the latest edition of our bi-weekly bulletin, including useful information, guidance for LOCs, new resources, and important signposting. 

10 July 2026

Early Diagnosis is Key – Glaucoma Awareness Week 2026

Organised by Glaucoma UK, the week encourages patients, eye care providers and the public to hold conversations about glaucoma.

6 July 2026

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