Essilor, Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Luxottica and Transitions are pooling expertise, ideas and resources to address the contraction of the independent sector in the UK.
AOP chairman, Mr Lyndon Taylor, said: “While the AOP supports all its mbers irrespective of how they practise, it is clear that a vibrant independent sector is good for choice for both the public and the profession.”
Mr Mike Kirkley, managing director of Essilor Ltd, said: “As a group, we are delighted to be working with such esteed partners on a common objective – to secure the long-term success and viability of independent optical practitioners throughout the UK.”
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