General research

There are some research reports that cover such a range of topics that they cannot be assigned to a particular area. Such reports cover the general experiences, circumstances and opinions of blind and partially sighted people.

You might also be interested in our Network 1000 section which collects together reports related to one of the biggest ever surveys of blind and partially sighted people in the UK.

Towards an inclusive health service

This research investigated the experiences of blind and partially sighted people and NHS services. The research has highlighted that barriers to health information remain widespread, and that more progress needs to be made to ensure accessibility. Published 2009.

Network 1000 - access to information, services and support

This report presents findings from Network 1000 Survey 2. The report focuses upon data relating to access to information, services and support, including experience of eye clinics and services offered after registration and in the last year. Published 2008.

Future sight loss UK 2

Future Sight Loss UK 2 gives estimates on the prevalence of AMD, cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy in 2010 and 2020. It also gives estimates of health and social care costs. These estimates were used to inform the UK Vision Strategy. Published 2009.

Future Sight Loss UK 1

The Future Sight Loss UK 1 report focuses on the key topics of how many people are living with sight loss in the UK and what is the cost of sight loss to the UK economy. Published 2009

Last updated: 6 March 2013

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Network 1000 research

Opinions and circumstances of blind and partially sighted people in Great Britain.