Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 55628

Ophthalmology: West Dorset

Tabled: 30 May 2025

Answered: 9 June 2025

Question

Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking increase the number of optometrists in West Dorset.

Answer

Stephen Kinnock

NHS England provides an annual grant for supervisors of optometry trainees. This payment is an essential element of ensuring adequate training provision is available for new optometrists.Integrated care boards are responsible for commissioning primary and...

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