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Norfolk and Waveney Local Optical Committee

Norfolk and Waveney LOC

Norfolk & Waveney LOC is a statutory organisation representing Performers and Contractors providing General Ophthalmic Services within the Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) area. The principal role of the LOC is to promote optometry within the local health economy for the benefit of the NHS and patients and to provide information and assistance to local contractors and performers by:

  • Liaising with local NHS Commissioners and other organisations.
  • Collating General Optical correspondence on mandatory procedures, best practices and benchmarking.
  • Disseminating information to the profession.
  • Developing the role of optometry in the community.
  • Developing partnerships with neighbouring LOCs.
  • Providing professional development and training opportunities for members of the profession.

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 Committee Meeting

To be held on Zoom at 7:30pm on 13 May 2026

Please email us at least seven days in advance for a link to join the meeting

Norfolk and Waveney LOC Latest News

Autism Awareness – Funded CPD Training

Optometrists have been offerred a unique time limited opportunity to receive this fully funded training. We are currently looking into whether this could be made available for Dispensing Opticians also. This Training has been developed to capture the most important skills needed by all staff working across health and social care. The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training …

14 November 2025

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LOCSU Latest News

Registration Opens for 2026 Regional Optical Conferences

LOCSU are pleased to confirm that registration is now open for the seven Regional Optical Conferences (ROCs) taking place this November. 

25 June 2026

Important LOC and GOS Contractor Briefing: GOS Survey Feedback and ERS Funding and Implementation in England

This update includes immediate actions for LOCs and contractors locally.

24 June 2026

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 Committee Meeting

To be held on Zoom at 7:30pm on 13 May 2026

Please email us at least seven days in advance for a link to join the meeting

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