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UK benefit uptake among blind and partially sighted people

This new research shows a substantial deficit in the take-up of disability benefits among people who are registered blind or partially sighted due to multiple barriers, including poor communication and the challenge of getting to face-to-face appointments. Around one in four blind and partially sighted people (83,000) in the UK are not getting disability benefits they are entitled to.

Posted Tuesday, 11 June 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer: BPSP's experiences and perceptions of technology

This report is part of our Voice of the Customer research programme, which consists of a regular survey and series of focus groups with around 400 blind and partially sighted people. This report looks at experiences and perceptions of technology.

Posted Tuesday, 11 June 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer: The emotional impact of sight loss

Insights into the lives of blind and partially sighted people in the UK and the issues that matter most to them. This report covers blind and partially sighted people’s experiences and perspectives of mental wellbeing, what they need from professionals and support services, and the strategies they use to maintain good mental health.

Posted Monday, 13 May 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer report: Travel and transport

Insights into the lives of blind and partially sighted people in the UK and the issues that matter most to them. Key insights cover blind and partially sighted people’s experience of travel and getting around.

Posted Thursday, 25 April 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer report: Utilities and Technology

Insights into the lives of blind and partially sighted people in the UK and the issues that matter most to them. Key insights cover VI people’s experiences with Utility providers, and the benefits and barriers to using technology.

Posted Thursday, 25 April 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer report: Eye care pathway part 2

Insights into the lives of blind and partially sighted people in the UK and the issues that matter most to them. Key insights cover the eye care pathway and trends observed from doing one year of our tracker survey.

Posted Thursday, 25 April 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer report 1

Insights into the lives of blind and partially sighted people in the UK and the issues that matter most to them. Key insights cover the negative impact of lockdown, the persistence of cliché and the potential for technology to change lives. First in a quarterly series.

Posted Thursday, 25 April 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer report: Finance and cost of living

Insights into the lives of blind and partially sighted people in the UK and the issues that matter most to them. Key insights cover blind and partially sighted people’s experience of finance services and the impact of the cost of living crisis.

Posted Thursday, 25 April 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer report: Physical activity and Emerging from lockdown

Insights into the lives of blind and partially sighted people in the UK and the issues that matter most to them. Key insights cover lower physical activity levels and concerns around post-pandemic navigation.

Posted Thursday, 25 April 2024 News type: Research Report

Voice of the customer report: Eye care pathway part 1

Key insights cover blind and partially sighted people’s experience of the eye care pathway – from diagnosis through to care and support, as well as their experiences with e-scooters.

Posted Thursday, 25 April 2024 News type: Research Report