Policy & campaigns
#ProudToBeAnOrthoptist
Information and resources to support our members in promoting orthoptics.
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Vision screening
We are calling for an orthoptic-led national screening programme in England, so all children receive the same care, regardless of where they live.
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#WePatch
Our campaign offers help with supporting a child who’s wearing a patch or being treated with eye drops for amblyopia.
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#PrescibingNow
We’re calling on the UK Government to use the powers it has under the Medicines and Medical Devices Act (2021) to extend independent prescribing responsibilities to orthoptists and other AHPs.
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Refraction project
This project is developing the evidence base to make the case for orthoptists to be able to prescribe glasses within hospital eye services. Extending the role of orthoptists in this way would improve the patient experience by improving efficiencies and providing more timely care.
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Impact of orthoptic services
These pages contain information for use with Commissioners, Boards or Trusts to ensure that the value of orthoptists is considered in the provision of services.
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Consultations
We respond on behalf of our members to a wide range of consultations and requests for evidence from organisations across the UK, to ensure that we have a voice on matters of importance to the orthoptic profession.
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#WithNHSStaff
BOSTU is working alongside other unions covered by Agenda for Change for a significant pay rise for NHS staff, delivered early and fully funded.
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