Scotland Leads the World in Free Eyecare

Tue 11 May, 2010 // Tartan Silk

Scotland is leading the world by providing free eye care to everybody, with a service which is second to none.
Free, more comprehensive, NHS eye examinations for all were introduced in 2006 to ensure that all Scots would have their eyes tested by a professional optometrist free of charge in hundreds of locations across the country. This was the result of health initiatives agreed between Optometry Scotland (OS) and the Scottish Government.

OS Chairman, Gill Syme commented: “We are very proud to represent Scotland’s optometrists and the various achievements made by Optometry Scotland, including the free eye tests and grants ensure that Scotland’s eye care system is the envy of the rest of the world. Optometry Scotland and our members have always put our patients first and we will continue to do so for as long as there is funding available.

The voluntary subscription fees are low; a full time practice can become member of Optometry Scotland for only £67 per month which is less than the cost of two eye examinations. For individual optometrists and dispensing opticians the cost is only £5 per month but by becoming involved they can ensure that Scotland continues to lead the way.”

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