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The Collective Gallery in Edinburgh is running a free audio described tour on Sunday 30 August from 2pm of both ‘Afterlife' by Katie Paterson and ‘There Is No Beginning, As There Is No End' by Richard Maguire lead by Artist Juliana Capes.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Juliana and Claire Craig, Collective Gallery's Programme Manager and Curator, to find out more about both Artist's and how their work will be brought to life for blind and partially sighted people through the audio-described tour.To find out more about the Collective Gallery and book your place on the audio-described exhibition tour on Sunday 30 August at 2pm do visit - https://www.collective-edinburgh.art/event/audio-described-tour-afterlife/ 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 Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Despite her sight loss condition, Debbie Miller has climbed the career ladder from online sales, through customer service leadership positions and is now the Chief Operations Officer for the UK sight loss charity RNIB.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Debbie to learn more about her career ladder, coming to terms with a sight loss condition and what advice she has for blind and partially sighted people, when it comes to succeeding in employment.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description to look at some forthcoming events with Audio Description.AD makes television, movies, galleries  and other arts events more inclusive, accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people.This month they're looking at a couple of outdoor festivals, a thought provoking play in Keswick and art at the Lowry.If you'd like more information on audio described events, go to www.mindseyedescription.co.uk#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

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 two positive NHS stories, importance of eye checks, and free sighted guides for the Edinburgh Festival.If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.ukYou can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.#RNIBConnectImage shows Headshot photograph of Simon Antrobus smiling for the camera. He is a white man with neat, short brown hair, dressed in a white shirt and charcoal suit jacket.

Are you a film fan and looking for a place to chat ideas? Amelia spoke to Disability Action Research Kollective (DARK) founder Richard Amm and film club runner Aaliyah Bates about their online disability representation in horror club.To join the club email darkhorrorfilm@gmail.comImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Ihsane is one of several audio described shows at this year's Edinburgh International Festival. David Hogg speaks with audio describer Emma-Jane McHenry to find out more. 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 Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

The Knockhill Racing Circuit in Scotland, is an all year round attraction with events taking place almost everyday.Did you know that you can get out on the track, even if you have accessibility requirements?RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell went along to find out what's on offer…If you'd like more info, go to www.knockhill.comYou can also call 01383723337#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

The Disability Action Research Kollective (DARK) is a multidisciplinary group of disabled researchers who write short, free, accessible publications aimed at the general public. They're seeking volunteer writers for their deafblind history zine, Amelia spoke to founder Richard Amm to learn more...Contact richardamm@gmail.com to share your submission Learn more about DARK via their linktree - DARK Official: Instagram, Facebook | LinktreeImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

This time for our regular browse through the RNIB online shop with Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop's Buying Coordinator, we have the launch of the 2027 large print and Braille stationery which includes; diaries, calendars and note binders plus news that the LED light and fan that we highlighted last time is now back in stock after a bit of a rush on the product.To find out more about the 2027 large print and Braille stationery, more stock of the LED light and fan plus many other products do visit - https://shop.rnib.org.uk/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 Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Which animals can you listen out for this month? Amelia discusses the harvest moon, swifts and more of August's nature.Learn more on the RSPB website - The year in nature: AugustImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Clown Show is one of several audio described shows at this year's Edinburgh International Festival. Part-clown, part-magician, Geoff Sobelle is joined by an army of clowns holding it together as best they can, performing the original score on questionable instruments.  David Hogg speaks with audio describer Amanda Drollinger to find out more.For more information about the Audio Described performance of Clown Show on Sunday 30 August head to https://www.eif.co.uk/events/clown-show Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

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 looks at Commonwealth Games success for blind and partially sighted athletes.If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.ukYou can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999Or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

If you're planning a holiday and want to take your Guide Dog, or your pet dog, abroad, there are some very important steps that you need to consider and pay for.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke with Dr Caroline Goulton and Chris Theobald from Guide Dogs to find out more.If you'd like more details on taking your Guide Dog abroad, go to www.guidedogs.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for another audio described theatre review.This week we are off to London's Fleet Street for the Birmingham Repertory Theatre's revival of Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece ‘Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street' by REP Artistic Director Joe Murphy with description by Professional Audio Describer Caroline Burn.About ‘Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street'“Swing your razor wide, Sweeney!”Wrongfully imprisoned for 15 years, Benjamin Barker returns to Victorian London as the mysterious barber, Sweeney Todd. Upon finding out he's lost everything he ever loved, Sweeney swears revenge and so begins a chilling tale of macabre murder and Mrs Lovett's pies! A deliciously bloodcurdling version of Stephen Sondheim's musical” First performed on Broadway in 1979, Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler‘s 12-time Tony Award-winning masterpiece is considered one of the greatest musicals ever written.For more about access at the Birmingham REP do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

If you love a good comedy podcast with real life situations that you can relate to, why not try out You've Got Braille?RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to actor and co-writer Reece Finnegan to find out more…Just search for You've Got Braille from your favourite podcast provider and enjoy Paddy's antics.Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

Nick Coupe and Claire Broughton have a successful track record, creating great comedy and viewer favourites.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to the Hat Trick producers to hear about the creation of a hilarious new serial comedy podcast.Just search for You've Got Braille from your favourite podcast provider and enjoy Paddy's antics.Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

The Galloping Cure is a visually stunning, emotionally gripping and darkly funny opera about the global opiod crisis.Making its world premiere at this year's Edinburgh Interational Festival, Amelia speaks to Audio Describer Veronica Kinahan to learn more...The AD performance of The Galloping Cure takes place at 7 pm on Wednesday the 12th August.Learn more about the performance here - The Galloping Cure | Edinburgh International FestivalImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Palestinian theatre company Khashabi Theatre reimagines an epic poem with physical theatre and live music as part of this year's Edinburgh International Festival (EIF).David Hogg speaks with audio describer Christopher McKiddie to learn more...The AD performance of Al-Sirah Al-Hilaliyyah takes place at 7.30pm on Fri 28 August.Learn more about the performance here - Al-Sirah Al-Hilaliyyah | Edinburgh International FestivalImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

What does it feel like to disclose your vision impairment?Visionary have a new podcast episode where blind and partially sighted people talk about their experiences.Amelia spoke to Raquel Garrido-Soriano from Visionary and Podcast Host and Producer Fern Lulham to learn more...Listen to the podcast by searching for 'A Space Of our Own' wherever you get your podcast.New! "A Space of Our Own" Podcast Series Launches with a Powerful Conversation on "Disclosure" - VisionaryImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Aarian Merani is turning his experiences as a brown, blind, bisexual with brain cancer into an hour of laughs at the Edinburgh Fringe.Amelia learns more about his debut comedy show ‘How's Your Head' and why people should come along.Learn more about Aarian's show on his website - How's Your Head? | Aarian MehrabaniImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Each week, on RNIB Connect Radio we sit 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 began by talking about his visit to the gold medal award-winning RNIB Talking Books Garden at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026.  Then to the 10th Anniversary on Saturday 1 August 2026 of the NHS Accessible Information Standard which still needs to be made mandatory and fully implemented.Ending by reflecting on the great success of all the visually impaired athletes who have been competing in the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.ukYou can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask your Amazon smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB's CEO Simon Antrobus, Smiling, Wearing A Black Jacket With A White Shirt

Do you have memories of Disability Arts you want to share? Disability Arts Online (DAO) want to archive the history of disability theatre, music, dance, art and more to create an accessible digital record.Amelia learns more from Colin Hambrook, the founder of DAO, to learn more...News - Disability Arts Online wants your Disability Arts storiesImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Two teenagers have created an app to provide discrete feedback on people's facial expressions for VI and Neurodivergent People.Koko and Reem won the Patient Safety Category at The TeenTech 2026 and tell Amelia more about Moodscan...Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

For this month's RNIB Campaigns update we have news on how you can take part in the RNIB Cost of Living Survey plus what impact the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham might have on all the top level policy and campaigning work that the RNIB does around some of those day-to-day issues that we all face as blind and partially sighted people.To find out more about the Cost of Living Survey and to get involved in other RNIB Campaigns work do either email campaigns@rnib.org.uk, call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or visit - https://www.rnib.org.uk/campaign-with-us/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is joined by some of RNIB Northern Ireland's Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they're working on.This month's topics include the Northern Ireland All Party Group on Visual Impairment, help for those who rely on heating oil and news on disability rights legislation.If you'd like to find out more, or get involved in campaigning, email campaignsni@rnib.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

This time for our regular browse through the RNIB online shop with Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop's Buying Administrator, we have a fantastic discount of 20% on the adjustable LED light and fan that we featured last time plus some great products to keep you and your four-legged friend cool in all those heat waves we seem to be having at the moment.To find out more about that great discount on the LED light and fan, products to keep you and your four-legged friend cool plus many more do visit - https://shop.rnib.org.uk/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

We know how difficult it can be for blind and partially sighted people to get that first run on the career ladder or come back into work after a break.  Well one way the RNIB is helping visually impaired people to take that first step into employment or return to work is through the RNIB See Work Differently Work placement scheme.These are paid placements for a fixed term of twelve weeks and are generally for fourteen hours per week RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was joined by Manus Fraser, who is coming to the end of his placement as an RNIB Public Affairs Assistant, and Rhys Felton, RNIB Public Affairs Officer who has been supporting Manus, to find out what the See Work Differently Work Placement scheme is all about, why Manus wanted to apply for a placement, how Rhys has been supporting Manus during his placement and the benefits of the scheme for other visually impaired people who might be looking at ways of getting into work or coming back after a break.Future RNIB See Work Differently Work Placements will be advertised through the recruitment pages of the RNIB website and to find out more about the placement scheme do visit - https://www.rnib.org.uk/living-with-sight-loss/equality-and-employment/see-work-differently-placement-programme/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

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 the ten year anniversary of the Accessible Information Standard, RNIB Talking Books Garden winning awards at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show this week, and finally the launch of the You've Got Braille podcast.If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.ukYou can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB's CEO Simon Antrobus, Smiling, Wearing A Black Jacket With A White Shirt

Looking for free and fun activities to do over august? Amelia speaks to Family Fund about their Discover Digital Summer Festival for disabled and seriously ill children, and their families.Learn more on the Family Fund website - Discover Digital summer festival - Family FundImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

The RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 celebrates the 90th anniversary of RNIB Talking Books and the incredible impact that gifts left in Wills have on the RNIB's work too.Award-winning Garden Designer Paul Hervey-Brookes has again worked on the RNIB Talking Books garden which in many ways brings the Library of the Imagination to life through the garden's design.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was taken on a tour of the RNIB Talking Books Garden by Paul to experience some of the tactile and audio features of the garden. The RNIB Talking Books Garden has been kindly supported by players of the Postcode Lottery through the Postcode Care Trust.To find out more about the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 and the RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden do visit the following pages of the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-sandringham-flower-showImage shows designer Paul and his partner posing together for a photo.

The RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 celebrates the 90th anniversary of RNIB Talking Books and the incredible impact that gifts left in Wills have on the RNIB's work too.Award-winning Garden Designer Paul Hervey-Brookes has again worked on the RNIB Talking Books garden which in many ways brings the Library of the Imagination to life through the garden's design.The garden has been kindly supported by players of the Postcode Lottery through the Postcode Care Trust and RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Morag Fodor, Long-Term Partnerships Officer, Postcode Lottery just after she had been on a tour with Paul Hervey-Brookes for her thoughts and reflections on the design of the garden. To find out more about the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 and the RNIB Gold Medal award-winning Talking Books Garden do visit the following pages of the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-sandringham-flower-showImage shows Juliet, Morag from the Postcode Lottery, designer Paul Harvey-Brookes and his partner posing together for a photo.

At the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey took a stroll around the show and came across the Vision Norfolk, Vision in Bloom Garden and caught up with Penny Whitby from Vision Norfolk and Rajul Shah the designer of the garden to find out more about the design of the Vision in Bloom Garden and how gardening can be made accessible for blind and partially sighted people.To find out more about the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026, the Vision Norfolk Vision in Bloom Garden and the RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden do visit the following pages of the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-sandringham-flower-showImage shows Toby interviewing Penny Penny and Rajul. He's holding up a big microphone with a fluffy wind shield and Penny is standing further back in a big straw hat with Rajul at the front in a bright patterned top.

The RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 celebrates the 90th anniversary of RNIB Talking Books and the incredible impact that gifts left in Wills have on the RNIB's work too.Award-winning Garden Designer Paul Hervey-Brookes has again worked on the RNIB Talking Books garden which in many ways brings the Library of the Imagination to life through the garden's design.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Steve one of the RNIB volunteers who was manning the garden on Press Day to find out how the day had gone for him.The RNIB Talking Books Garden has been kindly supported by players of the Postcode Lottery through the Postcode Care Trust.To find out more about the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 and the RNIB Gold Medal award-winning Talking Books Garden do visit the following pages of the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-sandringham-flower-showImage shows Toby and guide dog Boston in front of the large RHS logo at the RHS Flower Show Sandringham

Each month RNIB Connect Radio speaks to the Policy and Campaigns Team from RNIB Cymru. This month, we hear about the new ‘Life On Pause' campaign, plus details on how you can make your voice heard.For more information on the work of RNIB Cymru's Policy and Campaigns Team, visit the website - Policy - Wales - RNIB Cymru campaigns I RNIB | RNIB

The RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 celebrates the 90th anniversary of RNIB Talking Books and the incredible impact that gifts left in Wills have on the RNIB's work too.Award-winning Garden Designer Paul Hervey-Brookes has again worked on the RNIB Talking Books garden which in many ways brings the Library of the Imagination to life through the garden's design.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with a number of visitors to the garden for their thoughts and reflections on the garden as well as RNIB Talking Books.The RNIB Talking Books Garden has been kindly supported by players of the Postcode Lottery through the Postcode Care Trust.To find out more about the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 and the RNIB Gold Medal award-winning Talking Books Garden do visit the following pages of the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-sandringham-flower-showImage shows visitors at the garden reading the information leaflets with a bed of bright green grass gently swaying in front of them.

The RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 celebrates the 90th anniversary of RNIB Talking Books and the incredible impact that gifts left in Wills have on the RNIB's work too.Award-winning Garden Designer Paul Hervey-Brookes has again worked on the RNIB Talking Books garden which in many ways brings the Library of the Imagination to life through the garden's design.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Helen Smith, Head of Supporter Experience at the RNIB, who came up with the concept for the garden celebrating 90 year's of RNIB Talking Books.The RNIB Talking Books Garden has been kindly supported by players of the Postcode Lottery through the Postcode Care Trust.To find out more about the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 and the RNIB Gold Medal award-winning Talking Books Garden do visit the following pages of the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-sandringham-flower-showImage shows Helen laughing as she speaks with visitors to the garden. She's wearing a bright pink polo shirt, has mid-length light hair and dark glasses. Bright green foliage surrounds her.

The RNIB gold medal award-winning Talking Books Garden at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 celebrates the 90th anniversary of RNIB Talking Books and the incredible impact that gifts left in Wills have on the RNIB's work too.Award-winning Garden Designer Paul Hervey-Brookes has again worked on the RNIB Talking Books garden which in many ways brings the Library of the Imagination to life through the garden's design.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Lynne Livingston, RNIB Development Officer, to find out more about the 90th anniversary of RNIB Talking Books and her thoughts on such an amazing gold medal winning garden.The RNIB Talking Books Garden has been kindly supported by players of the Postcode Lottery through the Postcode Care Trust.To find out more about the RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026 and the RNIB Gold Medal award-winning Talking Books Garden do visit the following pages of the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-sandringham-flower-showImage shows Toby and guide dog Boston in front of the large RHS logo at the RHS Flower Show Sandringham

Amelia and Allan review Christopher Nolan's epic film adaptation of 'The Odyssey' by Homer.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Century-old charity British Wireless for the Blind Fund today (Wednesday 22 July 2026) launches new brand and direction under the name Visably, as the research from their report Until It Clicks revealed that people with sight loss were missing out on the mental health benefits of tech.The re-brand marks a significant moment in BWBF's century-long history. Founded by a group of friends who crafted a makeshift braille-dial radio (or ‘wireless') for blinded war veteran Sir Ernest Towse, for nearly 100 years the charity has helped tens of thousands of blind and partially sighted people with free specialist and sight-loss friendly technology.Under the new people-powered brand identity and over the coming months, Visably will launch a series of volunteer-powered pilot projects offering support to the community. Starting in Birmingham, Liverpool and Glasgow, and working in close collaboration with the wider sight loss sector, the charity will aim to fill service gaps and answer need identified in its research.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was at a reception in central London to mark this milestone for the charity and caught up with Sophie Jones BWBF's Chief Executive to find out more about the history of the charity and their new name and direction under the Visably branding.(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Century-old charity British Wireless for the Blind Fund today (Wednesday 22 July 2026) launches new brand and direction under the name Visably, as the research from their report Until It Clicks revealed that people with sight loss were missing out on the mental health benefits of tech.The re-brand marks a significant moment in BWBF's century-long history. Founded by a group of friends who crafted a makeshift braille-dial radio (or ‘wireless') for blinded war veteran Sir Ernest Towse, for nearly 100 years the charity has helped tens of thousands of blind and partially sighted people with free specialist and sight-loss friendly technology.Under the new people-powered brand identity and over the coming months, Visably will launch a series of volunteer-powered pilot projects offering support to the community. Starting in Birmingham, Liverpool and Glasgow, and working in close collaboration with the wider sight loss sector, the charity will aim to fill service gaps and answer need identified in its research.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was at a reception in central London to mark this milestone for the charity and caught up with Laura who explained how the charity has supported her and her visually impaired young daughter along with why she thinks this is a good change in direction for BWBF.(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Edinburgh in August during the Festival Fringe means crowded streets, shifting queues, and venues that pop up overnight. For blind and partially sighted attendees, that can be difficult and exhausting to navigate.Not everyone has someone available to help, so RNIB Scotland are partnering with Edinburgh Festival Fringe to launch a sighted-guide service ensuring nobody has to miss out on the fun.RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was joined by Neil Atkinson, RNIB Scotland Social Action Community Coordinator, and Albany Wallace, Edinburgh Festival Fringe Access Projects Officer, to find out more about how the partnership on the sighted guide service came about, how it will work and how people can apply for a free volunteer sighted guide for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026.More details about the sighted guide service and how to apply for a guide for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 can be found by visiting - https://www.edfringe.com/experience/accessibility/sighted-guide-service/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

With the lead up to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with visually impaired Double Paralympic Champion, seven time World Champion and world record holder Para-Cyclist Sophie Unwin to not only reflect on that amazing road race win for Sophie and her Pilot Jenny Holl at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, but how Sophie is preparing to compete in Glasgow with her new Pilot as Jenny will be piloting one of the Scottish tandems while Sophie competes for England with Anna Whitworth-Hay.More about the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games and the VI sports including the track Para Cycling can be found by visiting - https://www.glasgow2026.com(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sit down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity.If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.ukYou can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999Or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

The Beach Access Project works with partners to enhance and improve the accessibility of the UK's beaches.A pilot scheme at Weymouth Beach has secured funding from Dorset Council and is aiming to make the beach a leading example in accessibility.Amelia spoke to Beach Access Project Founder, Will Bahenna, to learn more...Learn more on the Beach Access Project Website - Beach Access Project – Beach Access ProjectImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report: Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was at the launch event and caught up with Lord Chris Homes of Richmond MBE to find out more about the findings and recommendations of the report and what can be done to bridge that employment gap for blind and partially sighted people.(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report:  Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was at the launch event and caught up with Diane Lightfoot from the Business Disability Forum to find out more about the BDF and her thoughts on the report and its recommendations.(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report: Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was at the launch event and caught up with Josh Feehan, Head of Internships, Thomas Pocklington Trust who gave a presentation at the event.(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report: Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was at the launch event and caught up with Khadija Raza, RNIB Policy Lead on Accessibility who also gave a presentation at the event.(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report:  Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was at the launch event and caught up with Laura Davies from the British Association for Supported Employment who gave a presentation at the event.(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

This time for our regular browse through the RNIB online shop with Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop's Buying Administrator We are looking at an adjustable LED light and fan plus some great end of year tactile cards for teachers, exams and graduation.You will find out more about the LED light and fan, the range of end of year tactile cards along with many other products by visiting the following link to the RNIB Online Shop - https://shop.rnib.org.uk/connect(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)