Many blind and partially sighted people do not have access to information that sighted people rely on everyday. Information to health care, bargains in shops and bus timetables continue to pose a challenge.
Everyone has the right to have access to information in their preferred format whether that is large print, audio, daisy or Braille. Often service providers want to give this information but are unclear on the practicalities.
The Access to information campaign enables service providers and blind and partially sighted consumers to work together to find solutions.
Current campaigns
Campaign successes
A long-term RNIB campaign has resulted in the Articles for the Blind scheme being extended to include large print items. Other changes have also been made to improve the service.
The Copyright (Visually Impaired Persons) Act allows individuals and educational establishments to make copies of printed material in other formats, such as braille, without applying for permission.