The following regulatory bodies are responsible for ensuring patient safety and regulating ophthalmic workforce professions and businesses:
- General Optical Council (Optometrists, dispensing opticians and optical businesses)
- General Medical Council (Ophthalmologists and ophthalmic medical practitioners)
- Health and Care Professions Council (Orthoptists)
- Nursing and Midwifery Council (Ophthalmic nurses)
- Healthcare Improvement Scotland (Independent clinics)