Specs store reduces GP pressure

The newly refurbished Specsavers store in Wishaw is now qualified to offer a full time Independent Prescription service, helping to reduce pressures on local GP services.

- ROSS THOMSON

The store, located on Main Street, has announced that store partner Erin Riddell and optometrist Daniel Ruddy are now fully qualified Independent Prescribers, allowing them to write prescriptions for customers with conditions which can make eyes sore, red or dry such as allergies, infections or recurring issues.

This qualification allows the store to now manage more complex eye conditions without the need to refer as many patients to hospital.