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UK sight loss charity has responded to the latest Covid Inquiry publication, Module 3. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Sophie Dudgeon, from the charity, to get their take on the publication. If you’d like to read more about the response, go to www.rnib.org.uk or look at our video at www.rnib.org.uk/campaign-with-us/covid-19-inquiry/ #RNIBConnect  Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo...

Did you know RNIB offer advice and support on benefits and taxes for blind and partially sighted people? Amelia spoke to Alan Atherton from the RNIB Welfare benefits and tax team to learn more. Learn more on the RNIB website - Money and benefits for people with sight loss | RNIB Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlin...

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Simon talks about volunteering and fundraising. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask your...

RNIB Scotland recently marked a milestone with it’s Swap With Me public transport project. Allan Russell was there and spoke with representatives from Lothian Buses.  Image shows a large group of people posing outside in front of a Lothian Bus. It's a mixture of men and women of all ages, with a couple guide dogs mixed in. It's an overcast but nice day in Edinburgh and everyone is smiling.

RNIB Scotland recently marked a milestone with it’s Swap With Me public transport project. Allan Russell was there and spoke with Shaun and Stevie from McGill's Buses. Image shows bus drivers from McGill's Buses and Lothian Buses laughing and posing for a photo with RNIB Scotland's Campaigns Officer Eileen.

RNIB Scotland recently marked a milestone with it’s Swap With Me public transport project. Allan Russell was there and spoke with Katie and Nick from Edinburgh Trams.   Image shows a cake in the shape of a bus. It's white and pink with a "Swap With Me" poster on the side and number 100 on the front with a yellow "RNIB" license plate.

RNIB Scotland recently marked a milestone with it’s Swap With Me public transport project. Allan Russell has been hearing about the hugely successful events from RNIB Scotland's Campaign Officer Eileen Clarkson.  Image shows Eileen (on the right) joined with two RNIB Scotland volunteers for cake cutting. The cake is shaped like a white and pink bus.

RNIB Scotland recently marked a milestone with it’s Swap With Me public transport project. Allan Russell has been hearing about the hugely successful events from RNIB Scotland Director James Adams and Stuart McMillan MSP. Image shows James and Stuart posing for a group photo with Lothian and McGill's Buses reps, RNIB Scotland staff member and a volunteer with her guide dog.

Each month RNIB Connect Radio speaks to the Policy and Campaigns Team from RNIB Cymru. This month, how the Welsh Government has turned down a proposal that could impact the way blind and partially sighted people cast their vote in the upcoming Senedd elections. For more information on the work of RNIB Cymru's Policy and Campaigns Team, visit the website -  Policy - Wales - RNIB Cymru campaigns I R...

Visionary have launched a new project for blind and partially sighed people working in the sight loss sector. To learn more Amelia spoke to Raquel Garrido-Soriano from Visionary, Nia Greer from Vision Support and Andy Smith from My Vision Oxfordshire... Learn more on the Visionary website -  Welcome to Visionary - Visionary Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ writ...

This week Amelia attended Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Graham Longly about three products they were excited to share. Learn more on the Aspire Consultancy Website - Home - Aspire Consultancy Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink...

This week Amelia attended Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to RNC about their upcoming professional and student open days. Learn more on the RNC website - A specialist residential college for young people with visual impairment Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters a...

This week Amelia attended Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Jason Shaw from VisionAid technologies about the wearable technology they offer to improve tv, bird and event watching. Learn more on the Synaptic website - Accessible Smartwatches | Synapptic Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in b...

This week Amelia attended Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Mary McMahon, Managing director at Synaptic to learn about the first smart watch designed specifically for VI people. Learn more on the Synapptic website - Accessible Smartwatches | Synapptic Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bo...

Join Jonathan on a relaxing four-stop tour around the mediterranean. He shares some of his food higlights, ship-navigation tips, and more... Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Co...

Amelia went to Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Martin Roberts from Humanware about a new piece of tech with a lot of buzz… Learn more on the Humanware website - Home - HumanWare   Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Undernea...

Amelia went to Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Paul Bartley from Optolec about how they are modernising a classic bit of kit... Learn more on the Optolec website - Optelec - Optelec United Kingdom Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pi...

Amelia went to Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Calum McCready Look UK team about their upcoming events and some of the challenges young blind and partially sighted people are facing. Learn more about Look UK on their website - LOOK – Supporting Visually Impaired Young People to Thrive Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a w...

Amelia went to Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Francesca Munoz from the Sight Loss Councils Scotland team about their upcoming inclusive one-day music festival and training sighted guides for VI runners. Learn more on the sight loss council website - Scotland - Sight Loss Council Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white...

For many people, balancing rising energy costs with keeping homes safe and warm, is becoming more and more of a challenge. RNIB’s ‘Energy Advice Service’ can offer practical advice to help. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. There's lots more information about RNIB's Energy Advice Service on their website -  Energy saving advice for blind and partially sighted people | RNIB

HMRC are making changes to the way that some people need to file income tax. Hywel Davies has been hearing more about the changes and what you need to do if you’re affected. More information is available on the Gov. UK website -  Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - GOV.UK

Campaigners in Northern Ireland are aiming to expand concessionary transport for a wider range of blind and partially sighted people. Amelia learned more from Julianne Crothers who shares why the cause is so important to her. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect...

Barry Snell joins director Josh Feder to go behind the lens of RNIB’s latest legacy advert. They discuss his creative process, career, and the power of collaborating with the sight-loss community. You can watch the advert here: Because life doesn’t stop with sight loss. | 60 seconds, landscape | RNIB Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capita...

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Simon talks about visits to UK political parties and The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You ca...

Fancy a relaxed boat-cruise on the Scottish canals? Amelia spoke to Stuart Rennie from Segaull Trust cruises about their new audio-described trips developed with RNIB. Learn more and book your place by calling 07511055081 or email rathobookings@seagulltrustcruises.org.uk Learn more on the Seagull Trust Cruises website - Seagull Trust Cruises Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white back...