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Here you can read the latest news, responses and press releases from across London Vision.
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Greenwich Transport Forum
We held the first Greenwich transport forum on 8 June at the Clockhouse, and were joined by representatives from TfL and Greenwich Council. Read this piece to learn about the concerns that were raised during the meeting.
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    Looking into the distance

    Jonathan has been using a monocular to help see things in the distance for 40 years. In this blog he explains how to get the most out of these vision aids and how to find cheaper options online.

  • Managing Sight Loss Courses
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    Managing Sight Loss: Renu’s perspective

    Since Renu joined London Vision, she's been attending and hosting Managing Sight Loss sessions. In this piece she talks about how the sessions have helped her.

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    London Sight Loss Council: open letter on rental e-scooter trials

    The London Sight Loss Council has written an open letter to Transport for London about the ongoing e-scooter rental trials in London.

  • Jonathan Huxley, white man wearing glasses, flat cap and navy shirt, in front of one of his paintings.
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    Albinism Awareness Day: Jonathan Huxley profile

    London Vision speaks to contemporary artist Jonathan Huxley about his life in art for Albinism Awareness Day 2021.

  • Charmaine, a white woman with short brown hair. She is sat on a red banquette seat. She is wearing a black 'WHAM' tshirt and she is looking at the camera.
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    National Volunteers’ Week 2021: Charmaine’s story

    London Sight Loss Council member Charmaine writes about her volunteering experiences for National Volunteers' Week 2021.

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    World No Tobacco Day – The links between smoking and eye health

    Today is World No Tobacco Day, and there's no better time to think about quitting! Read on to learn about tobacco's impact on eye health.

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    Which inbuilt accessibility features are better: iPhone or Android?

    In time for Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we've reviewed the inbuilt accessibility features of Android and iPhone smartphones.

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    E-scooter trials to begin in London on June 7

    Transport for London confirmed that e-scooter rental trials will begin in London on June 7 for a period of 12 months - read London Vision's response.

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    Electric bus familiarisation event

    London Vision held a bus familiarisation event to give blind and partially sighted passengers an opportunity to explore the new bus layout.

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    London Mayoral election 2021

    The London Mayoral elections are days away. Do you know what promises the candidates have made to disabled Londoners?