Question 1

What is the mission of GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL?

Accepted Answer

We are the regulator for the optical professions in the UK.  Our statutory role is to protect and promote the health and safety of members of the public by promoting high standards of professional education, conduct and performance among our registrants. We currently register around 26,000 optometrists, dispensing opticians, student opticians and optical businesses.

Question 2

What is the financial size of GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL?

Accepted Answer

GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £12,176,749 and total expenditure of £13,110,337.

Question 3

How does GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 99.6% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.4% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL?

Accepted Answer

GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL employs 112 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the latest data indicates that one or more trustees receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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