General Optical Council, UK http://www.optical.org/
Regulatory authority in the UK and Northern Ireland responsible for the regulation of opticians (optometrists). It does this by providing for statutory registration, the accreditation and monitoring of education, training and examination. It also enforces proper standards of practice and conduct.
Institute of Optometry, UK http://www.ioo.org.uk/
Offers a comprehensive range of services to support the optical professional throughout the UK. Also provides specialist eyecare services to the public.