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Welcome to ABDO’s Media Centre where you can find out more about the Association of British Dispensing Opticians’ activities and events, and access news and analysis, expert opinion, press releases, annual reports and other media resources.
Our press team is happy to help you with your enquiries and provides you with information on eye care, eye wear and issues affecting the optical industry.
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Eye Health Exam Wales takes on Board Contact Lens Opticians
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Promotions for ABDO NRC team
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ABDO becomes a Youth Friendly Employer
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ABDO calls for abolition of eyecare postcode lottery
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New members for ABDO’s National Clinical Committee
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ABDO President calls for inclusive action
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Next ABDO Vice President announced
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ABDO launches Leadership and Management training and qualifications
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ABDO in the News
New ABDO Vice President announced
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ABDO launches management course
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ABDO appoints new head of policy and public affairs
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New ABDO regional lead for South of England announced
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Antonia Chitty, Head of Communications
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Carol Smith, Communications Officer
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