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Bill introduced in Parliament to tackle barriers faced by voters with sight loss
On Wednesday 22 January, Julie Minns MP (Labour, Carlisle), championed the rights of blind and partially sighted voters through a Ten-Minute Rule Bill, in collaboration with RNIB.
Glasgow man shares Braille journey at Mitchell Library event
Today [Tuesday, January 28], a transformative Braille and Beyond event was hosted by RNIB in partnership with Glasgow Libraries, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the creation of braille and tactile literacy.
'Braille and Beyond' library tour stops in Glasgow for Braille’s 200th anniversary
On Tuesday, January 28, the Mitchell Library in Glasgow will host a special event celebrating the importance of braille and tactile literacy, organised by sight loss charity RNIB in partnership with Glasgow Libraries. Open to everyone, the event promises a day of engaging activities, informative talks, and networking opportunities for those who use braille and anyone curious about its transformative impact.
Harping on about braille
A blind harpist will help mark an important milestone this week at the Scottish Parliament reception to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille.
Travel and Transport survey
Are you blind or partially sighted? We want to hear about your travel experiences! Take our survey to help RNIB influence UK Government and transport providers to make travel safer and accessible.
Safer streets thanks to community campaign
A Macduff man has campaigned for safer streets by petitioning for a crossing outside the local primary school.
World Braille Day
Marking World Braille Day, the annual celebration of Louis Braille’s birthday, braille expert, Dave Williams, says more funding is needed for braille education and more braille needed in society.
RNIB World Book Day 2025 creative writing competition
As part of our World Book Day celebrations, we're delighted to announce our creative writing competition for children with a vision impairment.