Inclusive travel, shopping and control of money research

Research shows that independent travel is a challenge for all blind and partially sighted people and many find themselves trapped at home.

We have long known that the ability to manage money is vital to confidence and independence.

People tell us that doing their own shopping is very important to their self-esteem and sense of independence, but few blind and partially sighted people cope on their own.

Barriers to financial inclusion report

New research funded by the Royal Bank of Scotland Group and carried out by RNIB, investigates the factors affecting the independent use of banking services for blind and partially sighted people.

Wayfinding project

Wayfinding encompasses all of the ways in which people orient themselves in physical space and navigate from place to place. This report is the first phase of RNIB's Wayfinding project and focuses on a review the current available solutions. Published 2010.

Travel, transport and mobility

The aim of the research was to gain a clear understanding of the opinions and circumstances of registered blind and partially sighted people in relation to travel, transport and mobility. Published 2009.

Steps to independence

A report into the mobility and independence needs of children with a visual impairment, Published 2002.

ePayments project

This project focuses on those elements which currently restrict and isolate blind and partially sighted people from making cashless electronic payments and identifies ways forward to remove these restrictions. Published 2010.

Last updated: 19 January 2011

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