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In the dark - not for Glasgow 'escape room' company

A Glasgow escape room company, Riddle Rooms - where teams of friends or work-colleagues must find ways to get out of a locked room in total darkness - is donating part of its proceeds to a sight loss charity.

Posted Thursday, 3 October 2019 News type: News story

Spring forward: RNIB calls for improved services and support

Chancellor Philip Hammond will deliver his Spring Statement on Wednesday 13 March. It is the Treasury's first update of the year on the UK's economic health, and an opportunity to reflect on where we are and what we can expect in the months to come. But what would we like Wednesday’s announcements to address? Richard Holmes, RNIB's UK Parliamentary and Public Affairs Manager, explains.

Posted Monday, 30 September 2019 News type: News story

RNIB top tips for keeping your eyes healthy

Posted Tuesday, 24 September 2019 News type: Press release

Scottish landmarks will be used to highlight value of healthy eyes

Dundee's Victoria & Albert Museum and the Callanish Stones are among four iconic Scottish landmarks to feature in a nationwide campaign to promote healthy eyes.

Posted Monday, 23 September 2019 News type: News story

Wrexham runner sets his sights on London Marathon

A man from North Wales who ran the Wrexham Half Marathon in February is now hoping to tackle the London Marathon next year.

Posted Monday, 16 September 2019 News type: News story

Carmarthenshire couple hits half a million for Stamp Appeal

A Carmarthenshire couple has collected over half a million stamps in support of RNIB’s Stamp Appeal.

Posted Friday, 23 August 2019 News type: News story

RNIB successfully challenges tax decision and leads to change at HMRC

Posted Wednesday, 14 August 2019 News type: Press release

The sky's the limit for four young flyers with sight loss!

Four blind and partially sighted young people will get a chance to experience the thrill of flying today - and have their adventure shown coast to coast on American television.

Posted Monday, 12 August 2019 News type: News story

Anglesey knitting group keeps lifesavers warm at sea

A blind and partially sighted knitting group from Holyhead presented hand-made red, white and blue scarves to Anglesey RNLI crews at a recent Seafarer’s Service in July.

Posted Friday, 9 August 2019 News type: News story