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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. Yet, RNIB’s new report, Platform for Change: Making rail journeys more accessible for people with sight loss, shows that too many journeys are still impacted or prevented by unnecessary barriers such as inconsistent passenger assistance, difficult ticket buying methods and the inaccessible design of trains and stations.
Half of blind and partially sighted people fear being left stranded at train stations
More than half of blind and partially sighted people fear being stranded, stressed and disoriented during train journeys due to the unpredictability of their experiences with rail passenger assistance.
Letter to the Editor: World Book Day Writing Competition
The competition is open to any child or young person between the ages of 5-12 years with a vision impairment in the UK. The last date to submit entries is Monday 23 February 2026.
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 pedestrians, but we urge government to go further. A new proposal announced this week stops short of a full ban, but instead would give local powers to councils to stop parking in specific areas more easily.
RNIB’s top 10 accessible media moments of 2025
A snapshot of how accessible UK media has been for blind and partially sighted audiences in 2025. From live audio description and on-demand services to advertising, regulation and emerging technology, this review highlights progress made and gaps that still remain.
Martial arts mum fights for inclusive employment
A visually impaired mum in West Lothian is calling for more accessible and inclusive employment for people with sight loss.
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 responded to government proposals and set out our own vision for an accessible, inclusive future.
From fixing iPads to meeting Royalty - RNIB volunteers take trip to Windsor for State visit
Two volunteers with sight loss visited Windsor earlier this month (Thursday, 4 December) to meet a Royal request and to explain how volunteering can bring communities together.
The Volunteers Behind Digital Independence
Hilary taps her tablet carefully. Across the table, volunteer Richard leans over patiently, guiding her through the settings that let her use her device by voice - from dictating messages to exploring the AI features. In this small, welcoming space of the RNIB Tech Hub in Edinburgh, the world narrows to just the two of them, a tablet screen, and the slow unfolding of confidence and independence.
Boost for Aberdeenshire Sight Loss Services
People in Aberdeenshire facing sight loss will continue to benefit from dedicated, one-to-one support as a new Eye Care Liaison Officer (ECLO) joins the local service.