Vision from Venice
In partnership with Marcolin Group, Optician hosts a roundtable in Venice to discuss the future of independent optical retail and forging better relationships with eyewear suppliers. Simon Jones acts as moderator
Management
GOC Council meeting: Education
In focus: GOC Council meeting: Education update
One accountable provider for optometry education was among the recommendations ...
Questions for the president
Questions for the president
Bill Harvey asks Nick Rumney about his new position as president of the ...
Famous for perfection
Famous for perfection
Mike Hale travels to Shepshed Optics to catch up with a prescription house ...
Resources for all
Resources for all
Creating a first-class optical education resource for the whole profession to ...
Moving away from the norm
Moving away from the status quo
Several eyewear brands have disrupted the optical retailing status quo in ...
GDPR one year on
GDPR one year on
GDPR has been with us for over a year now. Ann Bevitt outlines the key aspects ...
Green, safe, responsible
Green, safe, responsible
Dr Marc Wawerla, Stephan Hund and Joachim Kuss look at the production of ...
Life at the top of optics
Top UK chains: Life at the top of optics
Surging new entrants and transfers amongst players have shaken up this year’s ...
Extracurricular benefits
Extracurricular benefits
Luke McRoy-Jones explains how the Plymouth Optometry Society offers its student members much more than just social events
Seven ways to boost student numbers
Ways to boost student numbers
Shaahid Jaffer is an optometrist at family-run practice Family Eyecare in Middlesex. Since starting there he has worked on retaining and capturing a student demographic, with great effect. He imparts some of his wisdom here for us
Being clear about the hours
Being clear about the hours
Tina Chander outlines the legal background of overtime working and how to achieve a balance for your business
HR File: Wish you were here
HR File: Wish you were here
Following a European Court of Justice ruling relating to accrued holiday, employers should take steps to protect themselves while the UK remains in the European Union, says Katherine Newman
In focus: End of an era
In focus: End of an era
Education in UK optics is going through a prolonged period of reflection and change. Sean Rai-Roche looks at recent events
In focus: Evolution of education
Evolution of education
Education in UK optics is going through a prolonged period of reflection and change. Zoe Wickens looks at recent events
Interview: Ed Mallen, president of the College of Optometrists
Ed Mallen, College of Optoms
Mike Hale speaks to Professor Ed Mallen about his role as president of the College of Optometrists, future changes to undergraduate training and more
In focus: Trouble at the top
Trouble at the top
In-fighting at the very top could derail the progress of EssilorLuxottica, investors have warned. Simon Jones looks back at the twists and turns
Software sector focuses on compliance and foresight
Optrafair software report
Practice management systems and virtual try on technology provided the bulk of software on display at Optrafair Exchange 2019. Sean Rai-Roche reports
In focus: Optical employers commit to tackle ongoing gender pay gap
The gender pay gap
Figures from leading optical suppliers show that women’s pay continues to lag behind their male counterparts. Zoe Wickens delves deeper into the numbers
In focus: Sector loses cash and custom as buyers find fault with fit
Sector loses cash and custom
A new report from a British specialist has highlighted startling consumer attitudes towards eyewear fit that could be costing opticians revenue and driving away custom. Simon Jones reports
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