Pandemic response: Getting back to business

John Proctor, managing director

Optician: How has your company been affected by the pandemic and what sort of measures were implemented?

JP: Our business has been severely hit by the restrictions put in place by the government. At the height of lockdown, we had lost 90% of our regular income. With strong social distancing policies in place we have been able to keep our Spennymoor-based headquarters and glazing laboratory open. We have been delighted to service the emergency needs of our clients. As optical practices have reopened in the Republic of Ireland we have seen a strong recovery. Our international markets are also picking up which is encouraging.