Campaigning news
On this page you will find the latest RNIB campaigning news by topic or region. Keep up to date with the latest issues by subscribing to our campaign update enewsletter.
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Accessible information
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Calling out inaccessible Covid-19 information
We’ve been challenging organisations to make sure their information relating to Covid-19 is accessible for all, and already we’ve seen some positive changes.
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The Prime Minister's letter to the nation on coronavirus
A letter from the Prime Minister is being sent to millions of households in the UK this week, with guidance on coronavirus that everyone should follow.
Inclusive journeys
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Seeing London’s streets differently
A video by the Londonist follows our Campaign Manager Hugh Huddy walking near our London Office. Find out what challenges he faced, and how people have responded to the video.
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Campaigning for accessible streets in Poundbury
Our campaigning for accessible streets in Poundbury has led to a meeting to discuss the central shared space area, Queen Mother Square, with Poundbury’s landowner, the Duchy of Cornwall.
Employment campaigns
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The Government announces new strategy to break down barriers for disabled people
We welcome the Prime Minister's announcement to tackle barriers faced by disabled people, but are asking that the needs of blind and partially sighted people are included.
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RNIB launches Disability Confident Thematic Programme on vision impairment
Employment rates increase for the UK population as a whole but remain the same for blind and partially sighted people. What can we do to address this problem?
Eye health campaigning
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Getting eye care right first time
A report recommends improvements in treatment for eye conditions, against the backdrop of high demand for NHS eye care services.
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APPG elects Marsha De Cordova MP as new chair
This week Marsha De Cordova MP, a supporter of our policy and campaigns work, was elected as the new chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group.
Education campaigning
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Councils "failing 1 in 3 children with vision impairment"
New report shows significant cuts to funding for specialist education services supporting children and young people with vision impairment since 2017.
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Education Committee report on school and college funding
On 26 July the Education Committee published a report on school and college funding, clearly stating that SEND funding is inadequate.
Other campaigning
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Petition: RNIB and sight loss sector call for better supermarket access during pandemic
Sign our petition to make sure blind and partially sighted people can access the food and basic necessities they need.
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RNIB shares concerns over disability benefits assessments with MPs
We've shared our concerns about the assessment process for disability benefits, with MPs on the Work and Pensions Select Committee in Parliament.