What you may have missed this week 👁 OS News 📢 Policy & Profession Updates 📅 Dates & Opportunities Read the latest updates on our OS news here: optometryscotland.org.uk/new…

It’s Self-care Fr-eye-day and a great chance to get patients involved in Vision Matters’ Screen Amnesty for #NEHW Encourage them to take a proper break from screens You can download our NEHW pack here: optometryscotland.org.uk/wp-… #NEHW #Optometry

Today’s #NEHW theme is simple: live well to see well Healthy habits can help protect your sight, including eating well, staying active, not smoking and wearing UV protection in strong sunlight Download our resources: optometryscotland.org.uk/wp-… #LiveWellToSeeWell #Optometry

Today’s #NEHW theme is children’s eye health Optometry Scotland has free resources to help you share today’s message with families in your care here: optometryscotland.org.uk/wp-… #ChildrensEyeHealth #Optometry

This #NationalEyeHealthWeek remind patients that an eye examination can reveal more than changes to vision Download here: optometryscotland.org.uk/wp-… #NEHW #Optometry #PrimaryEyeCare

#NEHW takes place next week To support members, we’ve created a new toolkit in the Members’ Area, including: • 3 graphic-style practice posters • 4 image-based patient awareness posters • social media pack Log in to download: optometryscotland.org.uk/202…

PCA(O)2026(07) is now available to read, alongside a short OS summary highlighting the key points for members 👉 Read the PCA and OS Summary are available on our website here: optometryscotland.org.uk/202…

Important FTY update, PSD Scotland has issued its FTY expression of interest. We recommend that practice owners and other decision-makers wait for further OS advice before responding. The EOI remains open until Wed 23 Sept Read here: optometryscotland.org.uk/202…

The FTY Expression of Interest is expected shortly. OS welcomes confirmation of 100% GOS, but key employment, supervision, governance and practice viability questions remain unresolved. Read OS's position and advice to practices: optometryscotland.org.uk/202…

The countdown is on, just 20 hours until we celebrate the 20 years of General Ophthalmic Services Gala Evening We can’t wait to come together to recognise the impact of community optometry #GOS20 #CommunityOptometry

New PCA now available Members may also wish to read the accompanying letter from the Chief Optometric Adviser, which provides further guidance and context. 👉 Read the PCA, OS summary and Chief Optometric Advisor’s letter on our website. optometryscotland.org.uk/202…

Don’t forget to complete your 2026 GOS Mandatory Training A Realistic Approach to Community Eyecare! Deadline: 31 December 2026 GOC CPD points: 1 non-interactive point Login to TURAS to find the mandatory training here: us.list-manage.com/xKqJgN9U4…

🎉 Huge congrats to our Independent South & East Rep, Jonathan J, on passing his IP exam! We’re also delighted that all of our current Independent Reps across Scotland are now IP qualified Congrats Jonathan! 👏

How has eye care in Scotland changed since 2006? Our latest 20 on the 20th blog highlights 20 statistics from Public Health Scotland’s latest ophthalmic workload statistics and wider data! Read here⬇️ optometryscotland.org.uk/202… #GOS20 #CommunityOptometry

On World Humanitarian Day, we recognise those who dedicate their lives to helping others in the face of crisis and adversity We thank humanitarian workers around the world #WorldHumanitarianDay

As children across Scotland prepare to head back to school, now is a great time to think about their eye health If your child hasn’t had an eye examination recently, consider booking one with your local optometrist #ChildrensEyeHealth #PrimaryCare

Following Eilidh’s appearance on BBC 👁️ Never look directly at the Sun 🕶️ Ordinary sunglasses are not enough 🔭 Use safe viewing methods and properly certified eclipse glasses ⚠️ If you notice any changes, contact your optometrist Read here: optometryscotland.org.uk/202…

This International Youth Day, we’re recognising the importance of supporting the health and wellbeing of young people across Scotland Good vision plays a vital role in learning, development and everyday life #InternationalYouthDay #EyeHealth

Could you be an OS Representative? With elections approaching, hear from some of our current Independent Representatives. Interested in representing your region? Contact the OS office [email protected] Read more 👇 🔗 optometryscotland.org.uk/202…

We had a great time in the studio this week recording an episode of Vision Scotland’s educational podcast A big thanks to our host and OS member, Naomi Scott, and the wider Vision Scotland team for having us🎧 More details will follow soon