MP praises Sheffield practice during visit

A politician was left impressed by high street eye care after visiting his local optical practice this month.

MP for Rother Valley, Sir Kevin Barron (pictured left), visited Ian Van Hoof Opticians in Sheffield, where he discussed the potential for using optometrists’ skills and instrumentation more effectively to diagnose and manage minor eye conditions with local optical committee secretary and practice manager, Ian Van Hoof (also pictured).

Sir Kevin said: ‘It was great to see the work done at the opticians, who can pick up dangerous conditions early with just a simple eye test. Accessibility to these services is essential so it was good to hear that people can book appointments at a time to suit them.’