Sections 24, 25, 33 and 34 of the Principal Act will be amended to provide that being of good character and not having been declared bankrupt are requirements for the registration of optometrists and dispensing opticians trained both within and outside the European Union. In addition, having not been prohibited or suspended from practising because of a conviction for a criminal offence or serious misconduct in connection with the carrying out of professional duties will also be a requirement for registration for both professions.