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Research and data

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A chart is in the middle of the page, with a magnifying glass laid on top of it, around the page are pens, glasses and more charts underneath.

RNIB is a leading source of information on sight loss and the issues affecting blind and partially sighted people. Here you can find the latest sight loss research on a range of topics including employment, education, technology, accessibility and more.

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Key information and statistics on sight loss in the UK

Find key information and statistics on sight loss in the UK.

Reports and Insight

Use the filtered search to find key research reports and insight articles on a variety of topics.

The RNIB Research Library

RNIB Research Library is Europe's largest, most comprehensive and diverse collection of print and electronic materials about partial sight and blindness. It is open to anyone with an interest in the field of sight loss.

Impact tools - measuring your impact and activities

Most charities exist to bring about some form of change and therefore impact is the bottom line of whether they are successful. Impact measurement is evidencing the difference an activity is making, either for individuals or organisations.

RNIB archive

Our unique collection of artefacts and documents represents the history and culture of blind and partially sighted people in the UK over the last 150 years and beyond.

Voice of the Customer

Our ‘Voice of the customer’ is an ongoing programme which includes a regular survey of around 400 people with sight loss, analysis of what people are talking about on our social media channels, and monthly focus groups which allow us to dive deeper into issues.