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King’s Speech 2024 – the implications for blind and partially sighted people

The King’s Speech outlined an ambitious programme for government. Read about the implications these plans could have for blind and partially sighted people and RNIB’s calls for the year ahead.

Posted Thursday, 18 July 2024 News type: News story

How you made a difference in this General Election

Following the General Election on 4 July, RNIB would like to welcome the new UK Government led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and new and returning MPs across the UK.

Posted Monday, 8 July 2024 News type: News story

The Eyes Have It coalition calls for the next government to prioritise eye care

The Eyes Have It coalition, which includes RNIB, has released the following statement calling on the next government to commit to ensuring that all those affected by eye conditions receive timely, expert care that can support the best possible outcomes.

Posted Wednesday, 3 July 2024

RNIB Cymru: make voting accessible once and for all

Posted Thursday, 27 June 2024 News type: News story

RNIB's statement on floating bus stops

Vivienne Francis, RNIB’s Chief Social Change Officer commented on reports the Transport Secretary is considering a ban on floating bus stops: “Evidence tells us that the current design of bus stop bypasses is dangerous for blind and partially sighted people."

Posted Monday, 13 May 2024 News type: Press release

#OutOfSight campaign news: A step forward

Our message urging the need for effective vision rehabilitation is starting to be heard judging by the Government’s first formal response to RNIB’s #OutOfSight campaign.

Posted Friday, 10 May 2024 News type: News story

A simple hello works best. Blind people share advice on offering assistance

Posted Tuesday, 7 May 2024 News type: Press release

How is the Department for Work and Pensions proposing to change Personal Independence Payment?

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published major proposals to change parts of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a benefit for working age people to help cover the extra costs of living with a disability or health condition. The proposals include changes to eligibility criteria, assessment processes and support that is offered.

Posted Wednesday, 1 May 2024 News type: News story