September 14th 2016

OCCS to Host Which? Members Call In Sessions

On Thursday 15th September, Jennie Jones and Richard Edwards of the OCCS have been invited by Which? to answer member queries in a day long phone in session. Which? members are able to call with any optical and consumer queries. The OCCS are jointly supporting this event with the College of Optometrists.

Jennie explains “We are really looking forward to speaking to Which? members and answering questions on consumer rights in optics and how they can raise concerns constructively with their optician, which will help resolve matters as quickly as possible.”

The OCCS is an independent and free mediation service for consumers (patients) of optical care and the professionals providing that care. The service is funded by the General Optical Council who regulate opticians, optometrists and dispensing opticians.

April 8th 2021

Right to Repair: What This Means for Opticians

Recently the UK announced that a new law, ‘Right to Repair’ is set to come into force this summer. The new legislation will make manufacturers legally obliged to make spare parts for products available to…
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April 8th 2021

Moving Out of Lockdown: What to Expect

As the British government announces its path out of lockdown it is important to understand what to expect when visiting your optician. More so than a straight change to how things were, it is expected…
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April 8th 2021

New Professional Training to Improve AMD Diagnosis Experience

Macular Degeneration is a disease that affects over 1.5 million people of all ages living in Great Britain. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common condition, generally affecting people over the age of 55…
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