Businesses urged to help dyslexics win the war against emails
-A dyslexic entrepreneur is seeking the help of businesses and employees as he works to develop an assistive tool which will make email easier for people who share his condition.…
Blind woman wins government commitment over shielding advice
-A blind woman who was sent a shielding letter she could not read told the BBC she has won “promising” commitments from the government after a legal challenge. The BBC…
RNIB offering giveaways to mark World Book Day
-The RNIB is marking World Book Day by launching a campaign to give every child and young person a book of their own free of charge and making 13 titles…
RNIB calls for action on safety after death of rail user
-The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) said all railway stations should have tactile surface strips following the death of a partially-sighted man who fell onto the tracks. The…
Engineer gets to grips with robotic glove
-An engineer whose aunt has multiple sclerosis has used his skills to design a robotic glove which will help her complete simple tasks around the house. The BBC reported that…
Survey presents opportunity for us all to improve accessibility
-A major survey launched by the government is aimed at ensuring an inclusive approach to its levelling-up agenda. The study, being carried out by the Disability Unit in the Cabinet…
Use those emojis wisely
-An American digital marketing expert has used her Linked In presence to highlight the issues that can arise when technologies collide. In a fascinating post, Meryl Evans explores the problems…
PM promises action over sign language shortcomings
-The Prime Minister promised to act to increase the use of sign language in Downing Street press briefings after being challenged again over the lack of provision for deaf people.…
BBC study highlights “shocking disparity” of blue badge scheme
-People with non-visible disabilities such as autism or Parkinson’s disease face a “shocking disparity” when applying for a blue badge parking permit, according to an investigation by the BBC. The…
Spy chief issues social media call to recruit disabled people
-Britain’s new spy chief has revealed on social media that he wants disabled people to join MI6. Richard Moore said his wife, who is blind and helped establish the Turkish…
Study finds lockdown leaving disabled people financially worse off
-A nationwide survey has found that more than a third of people living with a disability have been unable to buy groceries at some stage during the pandemic – because they couldn’t…
Disabled driver awarded discrimination payout
-A disabled man has received a £14,000 compensation payout from Royal Mail for disability harassment in what he described as a “toxic work culture”. The Guardian reported that Nabil Mehdinejad, a delivery…
DDA anniversary highlights progress and pitfalls
-The BBC is marking the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act with a series of online articles and broadcasts. The coverage highlights the protests which put pressure on the…
Seven principles set out for arts and culture Covid changes
-The gradual reopening of the arts and entertainment sectors has prompted a collaboration aimed at ensuring disabled people are not left behind in the planning and delivery of measures to…
Northern Ireland acts to make Changing Places mandatory
-The Northern Ireland Assembly has taken a step towards making Changing Places facilities mandatory for new buildings with a significant announcement by its Finance Minister. Conor Murphy told the Assembly…
BBC announces partial Red Button reprieve
-The BBC has announced that it has reversed its decision to bring an end to its Red Button TV text services. The corporation had planned to remove the service due…
Plastic straws ban prompts concerns for disabled people
-A ban on single-use plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds has come into force in England but the government is promising exemptions for people with disabilities or medical conditions. The…
Charity highlights disabled people “forgotten in pandemic”
-A leading charity has warned that disabled people are being “pushed out” of a post-lockdown world, with many anxious to leave the house. Highlighting the situation facing Melanie Duddridge, of…
Simon serves up treats and tips with cook book for visually-impaired
-A blind veteran from Derbyshire is in the process of writing a cookbook of recipes which demonstrate essential techniques when cooking and visually-impaired. Simon Mahoney, who is 73 and comes…
Consultation poses questions on pavement parking
-The government has embarked on a nationwide consultation to find solutions to the problems posed by motorists parking on pavements. The consultation period began on 31 August and will run…
