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Five people wearing pink RNIB t-shirts and holding signs protesting railway stations ticket office closures, stand outside the Department for Transport.
Five people wearing pink RNIB t-shirts and holding signs protesting railway stations ticket office closures, stand outside the Department for Transport.

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Tell the UK Government how to improve Personal Independence Payment

As part of the UK Government’s review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), there is now an important opportunity to share your views on PIP and how to achie…

Posted Thursday, 2 April 2026 News type: News story

Over 48,000 people sign RNIB’s Out of Sight petition

RNIB’s largest ever petition calls on Health Secretary Wes Streeting to ensure people with sight loss in England receive the support they need, when they need …

Posted Tuesday, 24 March 2026 News type: News story

New voting aid introduced in Scotland

A new voting aid to help blind and partially sighted voters cast their vote independently will be available in future elections in Scotland.

Posted Friday, 13 March 2026 News type: Article

UK Government launches SEND reform consultation: What it means for children with vision impairment

The Department for Education has published proposals for wide-ranging reforms to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision in England, alongs…

Posted Friday, 27 February 2026 News type: News story

Platform for Change: New RNIB report reveals barriers to accessible train travel for blind and partially sighted people

Accessible train travel is essential for blind and partially sighted people to live independently, get to work, visit friends and family, and access healthcare…

Posted Thursday, 22 January 2026 News type: News story

New plans from the UK Government to tackle pavement parking in England

RNIB welcomes the announcement of new powers for councils to tackle pavement parking in England, the biggest barrier for blind and partially sighted pedestrian…

Posted Friday, 9 January 2026 News type: News story

2025 review: Our campaign highlights

This year, we’ve made real progress in championing the rights of blind and partially sighted people. From transport and health to voting and social care, we’ve…

Posted Thursday, 18 December 2025 News type: News story

Autumn Budget 2025: What it means for blind and partially sighted people

The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced the 2025 Autumn Budget, setting out UK Government plans for spending, taxation, and public services. We’ve been anal…

Posted Thursday, 27 November 2025 News type: News story

90 Parliamentarians learn about vision rehabilitation at RNIB event

On Monday 17 November, MPs and Peers joined RNIB in Portcullis House, Westminster, for an engaging event exploring the transformative impact of vision rehabili…

Posted Tuesday, 18 November 2025 News type: News story

Liverpool Mayor Steve Rotherham joins RNIB for 'guided' train journey

Liverpool City Region Mayor, Steve Rotheram, joined RNIB staff for a ‘guided’ train journey to get an insight into the experience of blind and partially sight…

Posted Tuesday, 11 November 2025 News type: News story