Sam Fothergill, RNIB Senior Legal Policy Officer, said:
"RNIB is pleased BMI baby has finally listened to their blind customers, and RNIB, and made changes to its website which now enable blind people to book flights. Prior to the changes blind people visiting the website weren't even able to select their flight dates as they were only able to do so by using a mouse. Blind people are unable to use a computer mouse because they're not able to see the arrow on screen which would be used to select holidays dates.
"There are a few other issues which BMI baby need to fix, such as making it possible for a blind person to pre-book their seat. Currently this part of the website isn't accessible to blind people. BMI baby and RNIB are looking into these issues and giving consideration as to whether it is now possible to settle the legal proceedings. Unfortunately we are unable to comment further at this time."
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