Wales Council of the Blind

Inquiry into ophthalmology services in Wales

Author: Welsh Parliament

Publisher: Welsh Parliament - Senedd Cymru

Attachment: /lib/inquiry-into-ophthalmology-services-in-Wales-692d6c5a62fa4.pdf

Description: There are only 1.97 consultant ophthalmologists per 100,000 population in Wales, falling far below the recommended 3 per 100,000. Wales still lacks a fully functioning electronic patient record and referral system, and many eye care facilities are outdated and unsafe, with reports of leaking roofs and broken equipment causing treatment delays.

Date: 2025

Welsh: Yes

Type: Report

Last Updated: 1st of December 2025