Scottish Government enhances community eye care

Scottish Government enhances community eye care

By Liz Wells 25 September 2025

The Scottish Government has unveiled plans for a new community eye care service, with approved independent prescribing (IP) optometrists receiving funding to treat more conditions in the community.

High street opticians could use AI to help diagnose dementia with an eye scan

By Liz Wells 13 March 2025

Opticians could play a key role in identifying people at risk of dementia by spotting distinctive patterns in the back of the eye linked to early signs of the condition, new research reveals.

Boots Opticians launches eye-scan that can detect serious health conditions

By Liz Wells 23 January 2025

Boots Opticians has launched eye-scan technology that can detect serious health conditions, including diabetes and hypertension.

Investing in eye care services 'could bring £98m net benefits' for the NHS

By Liz Wells 04 December 2024

Investment directed into primary eye care has the potential to deliver £98m in net benefits for the NHS and help the government fulfil its objectives to reduce the waiting lists and move care close...

frederica-diamanta

Head of Practice Development (Adult Social Care)

: £60,662 to £68,265 plus reviewable market supplement up to £79,480 alongside an attractive benefits package and relocation support.

York, North Yorkshire: £60,662 to £68,265 plus reviewable market supplement up to £79,480 alongside an attractive benefits package and relocation support.

RECRUITER: City of York Council

Public Health Lead - Gambling Harms

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Windsor, Multiple£55,296 - £60,286 per annum (£33,177 - £36,171 per annum pro rata based on 22.2 hours per week)

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Independent Reviewing Officer

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Gloucestershire£54,143 - £56,293 per annum

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frederica-diamanta

Head of Practice Development (Adult Social Care)

: £60,662 to £68,265 plus reviewable market supplement up to £79,480 alongside an attractive benefits package and relocation support.

York, North Yorkshire: £60,662 to £68,265 plus reviewable market supplement up to £79,480 alongside an attractive benefits package and relocation support.

RECRUITER: City of York Council

Public Health Lead - Gambling Harms

£55,296 - £60,286 per annum (£33,177 - £36,171 per annum pro rata based on 22.2 hours per week)

Windsor, Multiple£55,296 - £60,286 per annum (£33,177 - £36,171 per annum pro rata based on 22.2 hours per week)

RECRUITER: The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead

Independent Reviewing Officer

£54,143 - £56,293 per annum

Gloucestershire£54,143 - £56,293 per annum

RECRUITER: Gloucestershire County Council

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