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RNIB speaks out against rail ticket offices closing
RNIB strongly opposes changes proposed by train operators which could lead to the majority of ticket offices closing in England as well as Glasgow Central. Find out how you can join our call to keep them open.
RNIB opposes proposed closure of railway ticket offices and questions consultation period
The proposed closure of railway station ticket offices could create another barrier for blind and partially sighted users leaving them without necessary support.
Access to Work campaign update: We are making progress but more needs to be done
Thanks to your campaigning, progress is being made to bring down the number and duration of Access to Work delays.
How blind and partially sighted people can share their pandemic experiences with the UK Covid 19 Inquiry
The Covid pandemic affected all aspects of people’s lives, and many blind and partially sighted people were disproportionately impacted. There’s now an important opportunity to share your experiences with the official inquiry into the UK’s response
Refugee Week 2023: UK sight loss charities make collective offer of support to blind and partially sighted asylum seekers and refugees
This Refugee Week (19 – 25 June) the UK’s leading sight loss charities are working together to provide a combined package of support for blind and partially sighted asylum seekers and refugees arriving in the UK.
See Sport Differently tackles reasons why sport isn’t accessible for blind and partially sighted people
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and British Blind Sport (BBS) launch See Sport Differently participation campaign to tackle the disparity of physical activity amongst blind and partially sighted people.
RNIB Scotland calls for Street Credibility
RNIB Scotland is delighted to bring you our latest report: Street Credibility: making Scotland’s streets accessible for people with sight loss.
Volunteer Advisory Council reaches the four nations
I am Joanne Wilson, Volunteer Support Project Manager at RNIB. My role involves leading on Volunteer Engagement including managing the Volunteer Advisory Council and Project Management support in the Volunteering Team.
RNIB parliamentary event alerts MPs to need for urgent action on cost of living
RNIB held a parliamentary drop-in event on 24 April that attracted MPs from across the House. Just under 60 MPs attended, or were represented by staff, including: Tom Pursglove MP, Minister for Disabled People; Stephen Timms MP, Chair of the Work and Pensions Select Committee; and Justin Madders MP, Shadow Minister for Employment Rights and Protections.
Supporting volunteer campaigners to make a difference
Maqsood Sheikh is a Senior Regional Campaigns Officer with RNIB. Maqsood supports volunteer campaigners in the Yorkshire & Humber region with local campaigns about issues affecting blind and partially sighted people ranging from accessible information to transport or any issue the volunteer feels strongly about.