Ed Adkins
12 December 2020
Originally from Milton Keynes, I graduated from Aston in 1996 and put down roots in Diss.
As an Independent Prescriber, I am interested in eye disease & eye injuries, but most of all, I enjoy making people see well.
I have been a member of the LOC since 2006, acting as Hon. Secretary for the majority of that time. My main responsibility is communication with fellow optometrists and dispensing opticians in Norfolk & Waveney.
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 …
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14 November 2025
LOCSU Latest news
OFNC Statement: CPD Payment in England for 2025/26 – Update
Support for CPD is part of GOS fees and grants negotiations with DHSC (previously NHS England). No proposals have been made to change CPD arrangements. However, the arrangements for 2025/26 remain subject to ministerial decision, as part of the current negotiations.
17 July 2026