Duncan and Todd new store
Duncan and Todd Group, Scotland’s largest independent optical provider, is to mark National Eye Health Week by officially relaunching its newest stores across the country.
The group acquired nine branches from optometrist Black & Lizars earlier this year, with staff transferring to Duncan and Todd to ensure continuity of care for patients.
Each of the branches has undergone a refresh, with new signage and eye-catching window displays.
A series of open days will be held on Saturday, September 28, to mark the end of National Eye Health Week and showcase the new-look opticians.
Patients and visitors will have the opportunity to meet staff, browse new product ranges and take advantage of special offers, including 20% off selected frames.
Two former Black & Lizars stores on Union Street and the flagship Belmont Street branch in Aberdeen have been rebranded to Duncan and Todd Opticians and Hearing Care.
A further seven branches in Perth, Stirling, Dalkeith, Haddington, Helensburgh, Ayr and Troon have been renamed under the group’s 20 20 Opticians and Hearing Care brand.
Alongside information on integrated audiology services, Duncan and Todd’s partner Alzheimer Scotland will also mark Alzheimer’s month by offering advice on the links between eye and hearing care and Alzheimer’s.
The hearing care provision includes a free screening test, free hearing assessment and free unlimited service appointments as well as access to the latest digital technologies in hearing aids.
Frances Rus, managing director of Duncan and Todd, said: “We have now completed the rollout of new signage and updated window displays following the acquisition of nine former Black & Lizars stores, which have changed over to the Duncan and Todd Group.
“We are looking forward to hosting a series of launch events on September 28, when patients will have the opportunity to visit the newly rebranded stores and find out what they can expect from the new practices, which have the same friendly teams of staff as before.
“It’s business as usual for all the branches but patients now have access to our integrated optometry and hearing care services as well as being able to choose from an extensive range of optical products, new brands of glasses and special offers,” Frances added.
“Our new branches are all conveniently located in key towns and cities across Scotland and are pleased to welcome all the new patients to the Duncan and Todd Group.”
This year's National Eye Health Week (NEHW) will take place from September 23-29, promoting the importance of good eye health and the need for regular eye tests for all.
The Aberdeen relaunch events will be held at the branches on Union Street and 37 Belmont Street from 9am to 5pm on September 27 and 28.
For more information, visit www.duncanandtodd.com