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LOCSU Bulletin – 18 February 2026, Issue 82 

18 February 2026

 

LOCSU have shared the latest edition of the bulletin this week, packed with useful information for LOCs, new resources, and important signposting.

LOC chairs, treasurers and secretaries will find the latest issue in their inbox. This is for their viewing only but should be circulated around their committees for information.

This edition – issue 82 – includes important information on GOS fee uplifts and ICB budget allocations; small claims support for LOCs; social media resources for the upcoming World Glaucoma Week; and more information on a host of helpful upcoming events.

Full Contents:

  1. PCSE Confirms Completion of GOS Fee Uplift Adjustments
  2. ICB Budget Allocations: 2026/27 to 2028/29
  3. Small Claims Support for LOCs
  4. New NHS Online Hospital
  5. Glaucoma Awareness Week – Resources for LOCs
  6. New Guidance: Patient Support Requirements for High-Flow Cataract Pathway
  7. Sheila Purser, Chairman of Essex LOC
  8. NHS England to Offer Cybersecurity Webinars
  9. The LOCSU CVD Network is Live
  10. Upcoming Events – View all upcoming events here.

LOCs can view all previous editions of the LOCSU Bulletin here. Alternatively, sign up to LOCSU’s external newsletter here.

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