Your rights

There is legislation to protect blind and partially sighted people from unfair treatment. Know your rights and what to do if you feel you have been treated unfairly.

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Benefits for people with sight problems

Information for people with sight problems about benefits, current rates, welfare rights and how to manage your money.

RNIB Helpline

RNIB Helpline is your direct line to the support, advice and products you need from RNIB and Action for Blind People to remain independent.

Last updated: 24 April 2012

Make a donation

Right now we can only reach one in three of the people who need our help most.

Please make a donation and help us support more blind and partially sighted people.