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Glaucoma Care (England) 2026-01-20

20 January 2026 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Shockat Adam Ind Leicester South

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At a glance

Shockat Adam raised concerns about glaucoma care (england) 2026-01-20 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Moves for leave to introduce a Bill to improve glaucoma detection, treatment, and monitoring by optometrists.
  • Emphasises the silent nature of glaucoma, causing irreversible sight loss and highlighting issues with current care pathways leading to delayed follow-up appointments.
  • Proposes full integration of optometry and ophthalmology services for glaucoma care in England.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Shockat Adam Ind Leicester South

Moves for leave to bring in a Bill to improve glaucoma detection, treatment and monitoring by optometrists. Emphasises the silent nature of glaucoma which causes irreversible sight loss and highlights issues with current care pathways leading to delayed follow-up appointments causing significant visual field loss. Proposes full integration of optometry and ophthalmology services for glaucoma care in England. Cites over 700,000 people affected by glaucoma in the UK, with more than half undiagnosed. Discusses projected rise in cases due to ageing population and financial benefits of shifting care from hospitals to primary optometry.

Other contributors (1)
  • Shockat Adam Ind Leicester South

    Moves for leave to bring in a Bill to improve glaucoma detection, treatment and monitoring by optometrists. Emphasises the silent nature of glaucoma which causes irreversible sight loss and highlights issues with current care pathways leading to delayed follow-up appointments causing significant visual field loss. Proposes full integration of optometry and ophthalmology services for glaucoma care in England. Cites over 700,000 people affected by glaucoma in the UK, with more than half undiagnosed. Discusses projected rise in cases due to ageing population and financial benefits of shifting care from hospitals to primary optometry.

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