Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 53412

Ophthalmic Services: Innovation

Tabled: 19 May 2025

Answered: 30 May 2025

Question

Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to increase the use of new technology in the delivery of optometry services.

Answer

Stephen Kinnock

Integrated care boards commission services in the National Health Service from high street optical practices, which are private businesses. Contractors will be expected to demonstrate they have the necessary equipment to be able to provide any contracted ...

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