26% ‘PUT-UP’ WITH HEADACHES RATHER THAN SEE OPTICIAN

The survey also found that 29% of respondents preferred to visit their local independent and over half acknowledged the quality of care and service an independent optician provides, with 48% agreeing that independents are an important part of community life.

“Independent opticians are highly skilled professionals that take the time to understand a person and their lifestyle when reviewing the health of their eyes. As more and more independent businesses come under pressure to survive, independent opticians are thriving by offering great eye care and eye wear for all the family.

“I’d urge anyone who hasn’t had their eyes examined in the last two years to get in touch with their local independent optician”, Gavin remarked.

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