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Over 48,000 people sign RNIB’s Out of Sight petition
RNIB’s largest ever petition calls on Health Secretary Wes Street to ensure people with sight loss in England receive the support they need, when they need it.
Highland ECLO helps more than one thousand patients
An Eye Care Liaison Officer (ECLO) supporting people with sight loss in the Highlands is marking five years in post this year, helping more than one thousand patients access the emotional and practical support they need to adjust to life with visual impairment.
Aly Prince (1948 - 2026)
Beloved presenter of RNIB Connect Radio’s Folk and Roots, Aly Prince, has passed away at the age of 77. Aly was part of the RNIB Connect Radio family for 10 years and was a dear friend.
RNIB says lack of accessible health information during COVID pandemic put blind and partially sighted people at greater risk
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has responded to the report from the third module of the official UK Covid Inquiry which provides limited details of how a repeat of such a situation could be avoided in any future pandemic.
Bus Driver Sessions Hit 100
An initiative helping bus drivers better understand the experiences of blind and partially sighted passengers is celebrating a major milestone today.
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.
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, alongside the launch of a national consultation. The plans, which have been subject to much speculation over the last year, aim to create a more inclusive system, improve consistency across the country, and ensure earlier access to support.
RNIB response to the Schools white paper
Earlier today, the Government unveiled its plans for major changes to the education provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England. Read RNIB's response to the plans here.
All-star cast brings Pride and Prejudice to life for milestone Talking Books anniversary
Leading sight loss charity, the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is celebrating 90 years of its renowned Talking Books Service with a retelling of Jane Austen’s classic love story, Pride and Prejudice.
'Volunteering is about shaping the world you want to live in now'
For Grace, 25 at the time of writing, volunteering isn’t just a pastime; it’s about building a better, more inclusive world. Already a passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusivity, her ability to reflect on her experiences has given many teams within RNIB important insight. Using her lived experience and positive drive, she is helping to shape services, support others, and challenge perceptions.