Early Edition is RNIB Connect Radio's breakfast show reviewing the main stories in the daily newspapers for blind and partially sighted people across the UK.
02-02-2017
Volunteers are the lifeblood for many charities. Mike Paxman from RNIB tells Allan Russell more about the benefits to the organisation and to individuals, who give up their time to help the UK's leading sight loss charity...
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01-02-2017
March 10th will see an RNIB Connect event take place at Windermere manor Hotel. The weekend is to discuss issues that effect visually impaired people and find ways to create change. Allan Russell spoke to Peter Bennetts to find out more...
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31-01-2017
Each month we look at what's in the latest edition of E Access Bulletin. It's a free publication for anyone with an interest in assistive technology. Allan Russell spoke to Tristan Parker to find out what's in February's edition...
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30-01-2017
Anne Hornsby, from MindsEye Arts, joins us each month to look at some touring performances with audio description, as well as news on accessible visitor attractions. Allan Russell spoke to Anne to find out what's touring in February 2017...
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30-01-2017
Emma Hillyard was hesitant to use her cane when her eyesight began to deteriorate. Now she's taken part in a new video highlighting the different types of cane and how they are used. Allan Russell spoke to Emma to find out more...
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27-01-2017
Religious and Cultural barriers can make it difficult for some to get support from the charity in order to take back their independence. Allan Russell spoke to Sue Bushell, from Guide Dogs, and Mohammed Rashid, a muslim guide dog owner.
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27-01-2017
We look at some of the charity's current campaigns, ask for your help, and celebrate a welfare benefit success. Allan Russell spoke to Libby Rhodes to find out more...
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26-01-2017
The sight loss charity's magazine for eye care professionals is celebrating turning 100. Allan Russell found out how the publication has changed over the years and what celebrations have been planned for the milestone.
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26-01-2017
The charity Fight For Sight is funding research into the condition Lebers Congenital Amaurosis. A Kilimanjaro climb is further boosting funds for the work. Allan Russell spoke to Dr Dolores Conroy to find out more...
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25-01-2017
Toby Davey is blind and a keen sailor. He's represented his country around the globe but tells us it can be just for fun too. Allan Russell spoke to Toby to find out why it's a great activity for visually impaired people...
Filetype: MP3 - Size: 9.27MB - Duration: 10:07 m (128 kbps 44100 Hz)