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National Theatre of Scotland wins 2020 RNIB See Differently award
The National Theatre of Scotland has won a UK-wide award from RNIB for "using its time, resources and skills to support the blind and partially sighted community during the coronavirus crisis".
RNIB launches Sensory Scavenger Hunt activity-pack for children
RNIB has launched an exciting new Sensory Scavenger Hunt activity pack that lets children of all ages understand their senses beyond sight through fun challenges.
Sight loss charities urge Glasgow Council to postpone e-scooter trial
Two national sight loss charities have raised concerns over moves by Glasgow City Council to trial the use of rented e-scooters.
Turned Out 2019 report reveals worrying difficulties in exercising a democratic right
The majority of blind and partially sighted people in the UK are still unable to vote independently or in secret, according to figures released by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) today.
'Simple but far-reaching steps' can create a more inclusive Scotland for blind and partially sighted people
National sight loss charity RNIB Scotland is calling on all political parties to build on the greater social cohesiveness that the coronavirus crisis has engendered.
Awareness week warns of 'ticking time-bomb' of preventable sight loss
Concerns are being raised that the coronavirus crisis may lead to a 'ticking time-bomb' of preventable sight loss if people neglect eye treatment or regular check-ups.
E-scooters pose potential hazard for blind and partially sighted pedestrians warns charity
RNIB Scotland has welcomed news that moves to trial the use of rented e-scooters north of the border have been put on hold.
Emerging out of lockdown is certainly something to sing about
A "virtual choir" of ten blind and partially sighted people has recorded their own version of The Proclaimers iconic 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)", the chart-topping hit that became an instant classic of Scottish pop.
Maintaining eye-health is as important as ever says RNIB Scotland
Optometric practices (opticians) have now reopened in Scotland and RNIB Scotland is urging people to resume treatment and eye examinations which may prevent later sight loss.
People with sight loss in Edinburgh at risk due to new street designs
RNIB Scotland has expressed concern that moves underway to reconfigure the streets of the capital are putting blind and partially sighted people at risk.