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MP committee supports e-scooter legalisation, but impact on disabled people must be fully considered
The Transport Select Committee has announced it supports the swift legalisation of e-scooters, despite concerns being raised by e-scooter trials.
RNIB works with Exeter City Council on design of flagship accessible bus station
In a major step forward for accessible transport, Exeter City Council is working directly with RNIB to create a “showcase of what inclusive public realm development could look like” in the form of a brand-new Bus Station for Exeter.
Challenge inaccessible websites with our new toolkit
A landmark piece of legislation comes into force today (23 September) to help ensure public sector websites are accessible to everyone, including blind and partially sighted people.
RNIB-backed legal action means schools must ensure accessible entrance exams
It should now be easier for children with vision impairments to access school entrance exams in accessible formats, after the results of a legal challenge, supported by RNIB and the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), clarified who is responsible for providing them.
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.
Government gives sighted guiding in England the go ahead
In a win for our World Upside Down campaign, the Government has confirmed that blind and partially sighted people in England can be guided by people outside their household. We’ve put together guidance to help explain how to minimise the risks.
Taking Newcastle City Council on a walk to talk street changes
With local partners, we've been campaigning in Newcastle to keep streets accessible for all.
Please give me space: our new social distancing tool
We've worked with the Cabinet Office to design a “social distancing tool” to encourage the public to help others maintain a safe distance.
Please give me space: our new social distancing tool
We've worked with the Cabinet Office to design a “social distancing tool” to encourage the public to help others maintain a safe distance.
Six ways RNIB have helped make businesses more accessible
We’re working hard to make sure that measures are being put in place to make businesses and supermarkets more accessible for blind and partially sighted people.