A new benefit called Employment and Support Allowance, which entitles the receiver to NHS-funded sight tests and optical vouchers, is being introduced.
The reform is part of a number of changes made to the new General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) contract, which came into force in August.
From October 27 2008, the Department of Works and Pensions will be introducing Employment and Support Allowance for new claimants who have limited capacity to work.
The benefit will be given to people who would previously have received income support. The new GOS forms have been amended to include a box for claims for the new allowance.
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