Optician news in brief

Dates previously set for the 2013 Mido trade exhibition in Milan have been revised. The event will now take place on March 2, 3, and 4 opening on a Saturday once again. 'The decision was made carefully after assessing the results of the last event and the constant constructive feedback from exhibitors,' said Mido and Anfao president Cirillo Marcolin.

Birmingham Optical Group has signed a deal to supply a new group of healthcare centres. Mee Healthcare plans integrated centres for optical, hearing, dental, GP and nursing services in community settings (News 13.01.12), with Birmingham Optical installing the first practice in Leeds with Nidek equipment.