Radio, television and film

Tuning in to your favourite radio or television programme can be complicated if you are not able to see.

There are ways to transform your enjoyment of TV, film and radio.

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Advice for radio, television, film and related industries

Television

Advice for people with sight loss on enjoying television. Includes audio description, accessible TV devices, TV licence concessions, and TV listings.

Radio

A large number of blind and partially sighted people like to listen to the radio. If you are one of them, find out more about Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB), internet radio stations and catch-up radio players. Also, listen to RNIB's Insight radio station.

Film

Audio Description (AD) is a free and existing service that can transform the enjoyment of films for people who have difficulty seeing what's happening on the screen. Find out which DVDs and which cinemas in the UK offer AD.

Product reviews by users with sight loss

These reviews have been written by blind and partially sighted users. They aim to inform and advise potential users about the performance of the product or service.

Last updated: 29 May 2012

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