17 July 2026
CPD Payment in England for 2025/26 – Update
Support for CPD is part of GOS fees and grants negotiations with DHSC (previously NHS
England).
No proposals have been made to change CPD arrangements. However, the
arrangements for 2025/26 remain subject to ministerial decision, as part of the current
negotiations.
Dr Peter Hampson, OFNC Chair said: “Negotiations are taking longer this year for a
number of reasons, but both DHSC and OFNC recognise the importance of CPD
support for the sector and will provide an update as soon as negotiations have
concluded.”
Note for Editors
The Optometric Fees Negotiating Committee (OFNC) is the national negotiating body for
eye care in England with the Westminster Parliament, the Department of Health and
Social Care and NHS England. It comprises the leaders of the UK representative bodies:
ABDO, AOP, FODO and BMA (for OMPs) and works in partnerships with the College of
Optometrists.
