September 14th 2016

OCCS to Host Which? Members Call In Sessions

On Thursday 15th September, Jennie Jones and Richard Edwards of the OCCS have been invited by Which? to answer member queries in a day long phone in session. Which? members are able to call with any optical and consumer queries. The OCCS are jointly supporting this event with the College of Optometrists.

Jennie explains “We are really looking forward to speaking to Which? members and answering questions on consumer rights in optics and how they can raise concerns constructively with their optician, which will help resolve matters as quickly as possible.”

The OCCS is an independent and free mediation service for consumers (patients) of optical care and the professionals providing that care. The service is funded by the General Optical Council who regulate opticians, optometrists and dispensing opticians.

June 10th 2025

Cataract Awareness Month & National Sunglasses Day

With National Sunglasses Day upon us (27 June 2025), the OCCS wish to share their top tips for the importance of "sunnies" to protect us.

June 9th 2025

Diabetes Awareness Week

This years’ focus of Diabetes Awareness Week is the health checks needs when you have diabetes - the OCCS look at the eye health checks required when diagnosed with Diabetes.

June 2nd 2025

Cataract Awareness Month: Raising Awareness of Cataracts the Leading Cause of Treatable Vision Loss

Cataracts are a clouding of the lens. They develop gradually, (in early stages there may not be noticeable changes in vision). Symptoms may include, but not limited to, blurry vision, sensitivity to light and halos.