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'Braille and Beyond' library tour stops in Glasgow for Braille’s 200th anniversary
On Tuesday, January 28, the Mitchell Library in Glasgow will host a special event celebrating the importance of braille and tactile literacy, organised by sight loss charity RNIB in partnership with Glasgow Libraries. Open to everyone, the event promises a day of engaging activities, informative talks, and networking opportunities for those who use braille and anyone curious about its transformative impact.
Harping on about braille
A blind harpist will help mark an important milestone this week at the Scottish Parliament reception to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille.
Travel and Transport survey
Are you blind or partially sighted? We want to hear about your travel experiences! Take our survey to help RNIB influence UK Government and transport providers to make travel safer and accessible.
Safer streets thanks to community campaign
A Macduff man has campaigned for safer streets by petitioning for a crossing outside the local primary school.
World Braille Day
Marking World Braille Day, the annual celebration of Louis Braille’s birthday, braille expert, Dave Williams, says more funding is needed for braille education and more braille needed in society.
RNIB World Book Day 2025 creative writing competition
As part of our World Book Day celebrations, we're delighted to announce our creative writing competition for children with a vision impairment.
Technology, the Key to Independence
RNIB’s Technology Fair is Northern Ireland’s top tech event for people affected by sight loss. Bringing you skills and tools for modern living, this is the biggest showcase of assistive technology products for blind and partially sighted people in Northern Ireland and people like Sharon are delighted that it’s back and bigger than ever.
RNIB's Accessible media services overview 2024
Media accessibility has seen significant strides this year, with broadcasters and platforms introducing new ways to make content more accessible for audiences with sight loss. From innovations in audio description to creative approaches in visual storytelling, these developments are reshaping how accessible content is delivered. This article explores key highlights, celebrates progress, and considers what’s next for accessible media.
How to share your views on the future of the NHS in England
In October 2024, the UK Government launched a major public consultation to gather views on how to make a health service fit for the future as part of their 10 Year Health Plan for England.