17th July 2025
A new Self-Assessment Framework for the Accessible Information Standard (AIS), aimed at improving information received by blind and partially sighted people for health and social care services, has been introduced by NHS England.
Read article New Self-Assessment Framework for the Accessible Information Standard1st August 2025
On 22 July, members of Thomas Pocklington Trust’s Education, Employment, and Partnerships teams took part in a bespoke workshop at Google’s Accessibility Discovery Centre (ADC) in London. This exciting hands-on session, co-delivered by Hans Zimmermann, ADC Coordinator, and Christopher Patnoe, Lead for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Accessibility…
Find out more about 'Unlocking Accessibility with Google: A Hands-On Chromebook Experience'14th July 2025
During Disability Pride Month, Thomas Pocklington Trust, today 14 July 2025, has launched a pivotal report highlighting international approaches to achieving equality of blind and partially sighted (BPS) people, with a special focus on education and employment.
Find out more about 'Celebrating Disability Pride Month with a Groundbreaking International Report on Blind and Partially Sighted People'12th June 2025
Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) and its network of volunteer-led UK Sight Loss Councils have launched approved training materials for bus and coach drivers, which are now being shared nationwide. The move addresses gaps identified in RNIB’s recent ‘All Aboard?’ report (2025), as well as findings from TPT and SLC’s 2023 Listening Month Campaign…
Find out more about 'Vision Awareness Training for Bus Drivers Rolled Out Across UK'4th June 2025
Today, 4 June 2025, marks the dawn of an exciting new chapter for leaders with lived experience of sight loss. New Horizons, delivered by Hult Ashridge Executive Education, a pioneering leadership programme, is set to empower these leaders with the skills and confidence to accelerate their careers, fostering a more…
Find out more about 'New Horizons for Leaders with Sight Loss'2nd June 2025
As part of Volunteers’ Week 2025, Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) and Sight Loss Councils (SLCs) are celebrating the outstanding contributions of volunteers across the country through the prestigious Rodney Powell Awards (RPA). Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) presented the 2025 Rodney Powell Awards (RPA) during the Sight Loss Council (SLC) volunteer…
Find out more about 'Thomas Pocklington Trust and Sight Loss Councils Celebrate Volunteers’ Week with 2025 Rodney Powell Awards'1st April 2025
Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) is excited to announce the commencement of its expanded Student Support Service, now known as the Education Information Advice and Guidance Service, to include support for students in primary school aged 7 and above. In partnership with Guide Dogs, this service offers expert advice and guidance…
Find out more about 'Thomas Pocklington Trust Expands Student Support Service to Ages 7+'19th March 2025
Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) is inviting blind and partially sighted people across the UK to take part in the Reflect & Engage Survey, launching on 19 March. This important survey will help to keep our campaigning on track with your aims. We want to hear from you—no matter your age,…
Find out more about 'Thomas Pocklington Trust Launches Reflect & Engage Survey – Have Your Say!'11th March 2025
Following the engagement and feedback from last year’s successful #CutItBack campaign, we are launching Cut it Back 2.0 earlier this year and running the campaign for longer to encourage homeowners, friends, neighbours and local councils, to start considering the seasonal impact overgrown hedges and bushes have on a blind or…
Find out more about '#CutItBack 2.0 Launches Today'19th February 2025
14th February 2025
We are thrilled to announce our continued collaboration with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to expand the successful Get Set Progress Internship programme. We are now calling for applications from businesses to be part of the 2025 internship round. Our ambition for the programme continues to grow,…
Find out more about 'Exciting Opportunity for Employers: Join the Get Set Progress Internship Programme!'
