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Consultation for compulsory eye tests for drivers over 70
Latest news, posted 5 February 2026
The Government has announced plans to introduce mandatory sight tests for drivers over the age of 70. The plans are part of the Department for Transport’s new road safety strategy which aims to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads by 65% by 2035.
"When you know you can help people, it gives you a buzz"
Latest news, posted 28 February 2026
Peter has lived with a rare sight loss condition most of his life, but until a few years ago had never met another person living with it. In November 2022 a chance encounter changed all that, leading him on a journey to help others with Stargardt disease.
Chef with Stargardt launches new cookbook for people with sight loss
Latest news, posted 4 March 2026
A chef with Stargardt disease has written a new cookbook designed to make cooking accessible for anyone living with sight loss.
“I’m convinced there will be a potential cure in the future”
Latest news, posted 5 March 2026
Alan thought he just needed a new pair of glasses after he noticed something different about his vision while he was driving. He kept blinking thinking it would go away, but soon learnt this was something he would have to live with as he was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Survey better understands patient experiences of macular treatment
Latest news, posted 5 March 2026
A survey to better understand the perceptions of patients receiving anti-VEGF injections for macular conditions has highlighted the positive experiences of care, but also the need to involve patients in decisions about their treatment.
Q&A: How the ECLO service helps people with sight loss
Latest news, posted 13 March 2026
Eye clinic liaison officers (ECLOs) play a vital role signposting patients to information and the support available. We spoke to Moorfields Eye Hospital ECLO Mary Bortolussi about the impact the role can have on people living with sight loss.
“I’m not just running for myself, but for the Macular Society and others with macular disease”
Latest news, posted 31 March 2026
When Lucy was diagnosed with macular oedema four years ago she feared she wouldn’t be able to enjoy life in the way she could before.
Could a Parkinson's drug reduce the frequency of injections for wet AMD?
Latest news, posted 8 April 2026
Researchers at Queen's University Belfast are launching a new trial to look at whether L-DOPA, a drug currently used to treat Parkinson's disease, could help people living with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
“If you’re informed then you’re not frightened - that’s half the battle”
Latest news, posted 11 May 2026
Former ophthalmic nurse Regan was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) three years ago, having spent her career helping people with visual impairments.
“I've run one of the greatest marathons in the world and for such an incredible cause”
Latest news, posted 5 May 2026
Overwhelming emotions met the 2026 London Marathon runners, who raised awareness of macular disease as well as tens of thousands of pounds for research and support.